Brazilian recipe
Orange and Rosemary Marinated Chicken Breast Fillets
This orange and rosemary marinated chicken breast fillet is a light and fragrant option, perfect for transforming everyday meals into special moments.
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Ingredients
2 chicken breast fillets (about 200 g each)
1 cup (240 ml) orange juice (strained)
1 clove garlic
1 sprig fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup (240 ml) orange juice (strained)
1 clove garlic
1 sprig fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Look for chicken breasts, fresh rosemary, garlic, and oranges at your local grocery store. Olive oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper are common pantry staples.
Preparation method
- Mince the garlic clove
- In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, rosemary sprig, orange juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Submerge the chicken breast fillets in the marinade
- Cover the bowl and let it rest for 20 minutes at room temperature
- Remove the fillets from the liquid using tongs
- Drain excess liquid well
- Pat the surface of the fillets dry with paper towels
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet
- Season the fillets with salt
- Place the fillets in the skillet with the smoother side facing down
- Sear each side for 2 minutes to seal
- Reduce the heat to low
- Cook for an additional 3 minutes on each side until cooked through
- Pay attention to the thickness of the meat to ensure complete cooking without burning
- Mix the cornstarch with the remaining marinade liquid and season with salt and pepper
- Transfer the fillets to a plate and set aside
- Pour the marinade into the hot skillet over low heat
- Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a silicone spatula to release the cooking flavors
- Stir the sauce continuously for 3 minutes until it thickens
- Strain the sauce through a sieve to remove garlic and rosemary residues
- Serve the fillets drizzled with the prepared sauce
Observations
The contrast between the freshness of the orange and the striking aroma of the herbs elevates the chicken's flavor. Respecting the marinating time is essential, as is using the fond from the pan to create a rich and flavorful sauce.
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