Honey Chicken

Chicken breasts bathed in a tangy, citrus honey marinade, then baked. This is a great marinade for chicken breasts. For a more low-fat recipe, try reducing the amount of oil. As far as I can tell, it's just used to 'glue' the marinade to the chicken.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 404 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup honey
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon curry powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

To Marinate: In a nonporous glass dish or bowl, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, oil, honey, salt, pepper, curry powder and paprika. Mix well, then add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Cover dish and refrigerate to marinate overnight.

Step 3

Remove chicken from marinade, discarding of any remaining marinade, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 4

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.