Chicken Strips with Fresh Oranges

2 small chicken breasts, cut into thin strips

Flour for dredging

salt and black pepper

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Zest 1 large organic orange

juice of 2 large organic oranges

Fresh basil for topping

 

1.     Cut the chicken breast into 3-inch-long thin strips. Be sure to cut all strips about the same size for even cooking.

2.     Lightly and uniformly flour the chicken strips and place them in one layer on a tray. Be sure to shake off any excess flour or flour will burn in the skillet. Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper.

3.     In a large skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil on medium heat. When hot, add half of the batch of the chicken strips and cook until golden on all sides. Transfer the first batch to a warm plate. Repeat the process with a drizzle of olive and the 2^nd batch of chicken strips. Transfer to the plate with the 1^st batch and cover.

4.     In the same skillet, add another drizzle of olive oil on medium, when warm, add the orange juice and zest. Cook for about a minute to start to thicken; add the chicken strips back in the skillet. Mix gently to coat the chicken. Warm the chicken until the orange sauce just thickens. Remove from heat, add the fresh basil, and serve warm. 

In this recipe, the orange gives a sweet and sour tone to the chicken dish, giving life to a unique and unparalleled taste!