Orange Juice Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 Chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of orange juice
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons of cold water

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour in the orange juice and honey, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced slightly.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water. Slowly add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has coated it evenly.
7. Serve the orange-juice-chicken with your favorite side dishes.

Interesting Facts

• Orange juice is a natural source of vitamin C and helps to brighten the flavor of the chicken.
• Honey helps to balance out the sourness of the orange juice and adds sweetness to the sauce.
• Cornstarch helps to thicken the sauce and make it extra flavorful.