Rosemary Chicken with Orange-Maple Glaze

Chicken breasts adorned with a fresh rosemary rub, then sautéed and braised in a sauce of orange juice, white wine, and maple syrup. This wonderfully rich glaze makes an elegant, quick dinner to serve to guests. To serve, place chicken on top of hot cooked rice on each plate and spoon sauce over the top. Wonderful served with steamed asparagus.

Rosemary Chicken with Orange-Maple Glaze

Course: ChickenCuisine: European
Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

30

minutes
Total Time

35

minutes
Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup — orange juice

  • ½ cup — dry white wine

  • ½ cup — maple syrup

  • 2 teaspoons — chopped fresh rosemary

  • ½ teaspoon — salt

  • ½ teaspoon — freshly ground black pepper

  • 4 — skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 2 tablespoons — butter

  • 2 tablespoons — olive oil

Directions

  • Bring orange juice and wine to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat slightly, but keep high enough to continue a low boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in maple syrup and continue boiling for another 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until glossy and just slightly thickened. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl mix together the rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture on both sides of chicken breasts, and set aside.
  • Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken breasts, cover skillet, and sauté for about 5 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Pour orange-maple mixture over chicken (mixture will boil and bubble). Reduce heat to simmer; cover, and let cook for another 10 minutes, basting occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has turned into a rich, thick glaze.

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