Honey Orange Basil Chicken Recipe
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Honey Orange Basil Chicken

By: MOMZRIGHT 
"Very easy recipe. I catered an informal wedding for a friend and this was the main dish. It received rave reviews. Serve with rice medley and salad. Good recipe for working folks."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (41)

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Beer Beer
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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
8 Hrs 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Directions

  1. In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the orange juice, oil, honey, parsley, basil, orange zest, salt, and pepper. Place chicken in the bag, seal, and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. Preheat the grill for medium heat.
  3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the chicken on the grill, and discard marinade. Cook chicken 15 minutes, turning once, or until juices run clear.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 211 | Total Fat: 9.7g | Cholesterol: 67mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2004 by LindaT Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I really enjoyed this chicken. I used fresh basil instead of dried and more fresh orange zest....
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2005 by KOALAGIRL   view full review
A perfect meal for summertime. I used more orange zest than the recipe called for, and I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2006 by Awana Mama   view full review
Loved the combo of ingredients, but desired a stronger flavor. Made it for a freezer meal...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2005 by STEPHMIT   view full review
Awesome, no changes necessary, but I do like a stronger basil flavor. Alternative for a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2010 by franybanany   view full review
I didn't have time to marinade, so I just dumped all the ingredients in a frying pan and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2007 by schatzi   view full review
Great recipe - used fresh basil a bit extra zest and added a pinch of paprika & red pepper...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2005 by veruga1   view full review
This is an awesom recipe. With winter on the way I will try baking instead of grilling. I know...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 17, 2005 by Heather Wilson   view full review
This was a very good recipe. The chicken was nice and juicy very flavorful. The only thing I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2004 by Flashsmith   view full review
Very good! Served this to company and everyone liked it. I juiced one orange and marinated 2...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2011 by Elisabeth   view full review
This chicken is quiet delicious. I did use fresh basil because I had some on hand and needed...

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