Caryn’s Chicken

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 13

Caryn's Chicken recipe that's juicy, citrusy, and full of flavor

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
	6 oranges , juiced
	3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
	ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

186

Sugar

10g

Fat

Caryn's Chicken is a simple, yet flavorful recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The chicken is pounded thin to help it cook faster and more evenly, and the orange juice marinade adds a bright, citrusy flavor that pairs well with any side dish. This recipe is also a great way to use up any leftover orange juice that may be sitting in your fridge.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Arrange chicken breasts in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together orange juice and green onion, and pour mixture over chicken.
4.	Sprinkle black pepper over chicken.
5.	Bake for 25-30 minutes in preheated oven, or until chicken is cooked through.

PROS

Caryn’s Chicken is easy to prepare and has a delicious citrus flavor that pairs well with any side dish.
Pounding the chicken thin makes it cook faster and more evenly.

CONS

Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it can become dry and tough.
Also, some people may not enjoy the flavor of orange juice on their chicken.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein, and the orange juice provides vitamin C and antioxidants that help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.