Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of orange, the earthy goodness of spinach, and the juicy burst of cherry tomatoes, all complemented by the tender protein of chicken. This dynamic dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, offering a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. From the classic combination of orange and chicken to the refreshing addition of spinach and cherry tomatoes, each recipe in this collection promises a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer a quick and easy skillet meal or a more elaborate slow-cooker creation, these recipes cater to every culinary skill level and time constraint. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave your palate craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
EASY CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES AND SPINACH
Looking for lighter fare? Try this 35-minute skillet dish featuring simply seasoned chicken breasts and vitamin-packed spinach.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken with garlic, oregano, seasoned salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet; cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
- Stir wine into skillet. Top chicken with tomato slices. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tomatoes are thoroughly heated.
- Add spinach. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
SAUTéED CHICKEN WITH SPINACH & TOMATOES RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by Coldsnap46
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 10 minutes or until browned. Add onion; cook and stir 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in tomatoes, water and seasonings. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 3 minutes or until heated through. Stir in spinach; cook 2 minutes or until spinach begins to wilt.
CREAMY TUSCAN CHICKEN WITH CHERRY TOMATOES
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken has loads of fresh cherry tomatoes and spinach, in a rich and creamy sauce. It comes together fast, so it's perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Provided by Niky @ The House on Silverado
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, and season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook until browned, and no longer pink in the middle, about 8 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in cherry tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes begin to burst, then add spinach and cook until spinach wilts.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, simmering until sauce is slightly reduced and thickened a bit, about 3 minutes. Add chicken back to the pan, and cook until heated through, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Serve with an additional sprinkle of Parmesan on top, and crusty bread to dip in the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 380 kcal, Protein 29 g, Sugar 2.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Fat 29 g
LEMON AND GARLIC CHICKEN WITH CHERRY TOMATOES
This is a summery dish to make in the middle of a cold winter (or early spring), but you can find decent cherry tomatoes even now, from Florida or from Mexico. I marinate the breasts in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and rosemary before I pound them. This makes them very flavorful, a great savory contrast to the sweet tomato topping.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Cut each chicken breast into 2 equal pieces (3 if they weigh 12 ounces or more) and place in the bowl. Stir together and refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels (discard marinade). Place two sheets of plastic wrap (1 large sheet if you have extra-wide wrap) on your work surface, overlapping slightly, to make 1 wide sheet, and brush lightly with olive oil. Place a piece of chicken in the middle of plastic sheet and brush lightly with oil. Cover the chicken with another wide layer of plastic wrap. Working from the center to the outside, pound chicken breast with the flat side of a meat tenderizer until about 1/4 inch thick. (Don't pound too hard or you'll tear the meat. If that happens it won't be the end of the world, you'll just have a few pieces to cook.) Repeat with the remaining chicken breast pieces.
- Season the pounded chicken breasts with salt and pepper on one side only. Dredge lightly in the flour (you will not use all of it) and tap the breasts to remove excess.
- Turn oven on low. Heat a wide, heavy skillet over high heat and add oil. When oil is hot, place one or two pieces of chicken in the pan - however many will fit without crowding. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes, until bottom is browned in spots. Turn over and brown other side, about 1 1/2 minutes. (Do not overcook or chicken will be dry.) Transfer to a platter or sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. If there is more than a tablespoon of fat in the pan, pour some off into a jar or bowl.
- Turn heat on burner down to medium-high. Add wine to pan and stir with a wooden spoon to deglaze. Add cherry tomatoes and cook, stirring often or tossing in the pan, until they begin to shrivel and burst. Add sugar and salt and pepper to taste and continue to cook, tossing the tomatoes in the pan and stirring often, for 5 to 10 minutes, until tomatoes have collapsed but are still intact. Top chicken breasts with the tomatoes, sprinkle with parsley and with Parmesan if using, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 629 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CRISPY ORANGE CHICKEN
We enjoy these tangy nuggets so many ways-over noodles or rice, in sandwiches, even on top of lettuce and cabbage. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bake popcorn chicken according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in orange zest, juice, hoisin sauce, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 4-6 minutes, stirring constantly., Add chicken to skillet; toss to coat. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
CHICKEN WITH SPINACH, CHERRY TOMATOES, DILL AND ORANGE PEEL
This is a nice, fresh and tangy chicken that's ready in 20 minutes. Cooks in foil packets so cleanup is easy, too. Enjoy!
Provided by quondamquadrat
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 25m
Yield 4 packets, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place large baking sheet in oven to heat as the oven preheats.
- Mix dill, orange peel, garlic and salt in a medium bowl.
- Combine tomato halves, oil, and 1 tablespoon of the dill mixture in a small bowl.
- Add chicken slices to remaining dill mixture in medium bowl and toss to coat.
- Using four 18-inch lengths of aluminum foil, make foil packets as follows: place 1 cup of spinach on one side of the foil; top with 1/4 of the chicken mixture; and follow with 1/4 of the tomato mixture; fold other side of foil over the contents; fold edges of foil twice to make a good seal.
- Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place foil packets on baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Carefully open foil packet and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 538.8, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 28.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of the dish. Look for fresh, organic vegetables and free-range chicken.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it enough space so that it can brown properly. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of brown.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the spinach and cherry tomatoes at the end of cooking: This will help them to retain their鮮豔色彩 and nutrients.
- Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately, while the chicken is still hot and the vegetables are still crisp.
Conclusion:
This chicken with orange, spinach, and cherry tomatoes is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Experiment with different types of oranges, herbs, and vegetables to create a dish that you will love.
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