honey orange chicken

Recipe by
Regina Dorris-Newman
Memphis, TN

I obtained this recipe years ago from a neighbor's sweet aunt who was visiting their family. This dish is easy to make and the flavors are quite delicious. I usually serve it with a salad and herb grilled potatoes. Thanks Maxine!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For honey orange chicken

  • 6
    boneless, skinless chicken breast filets
  • 1 c
    orange juice
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • bread crumbs
  • 1/2 c
    butter, melted
  • 1/2 c
    honey
  • 1/2 c
    white wine

How To Make honey orange chicken

  • 1
    Marinate chicken breasts in the orange juice, 10 - 15 minutes.
  • 2
    Add salt and pepper to bread crumbs. Coat chicken with bread crumbs.
  • 3
    Arrange coated chicken in a shallow casserole dish or baking pan in a single layer. I use a 13 x 9 pan. Put chicken breasts in oven and bake 40 minutes at 325 degrees, starting with a cold oven.
  • 4
    Combine melted butter, honey, and wine. Remove chicken from oven and pour the honey mixture over the chicken. Return dish to oven and cook an additional 30 minutes.
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