Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 boneless -- skinless half
-- chicken breasts,
-- about 1 pound
paprika and white pepper -- to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup reduced sodium -- fat free chicken
-- broth
1/2 cup grapefruit juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 small onion -- sliced
1 large clov garlic -- minced
1 cup dry orzo or rice -- cooked (to make 3
-- cups)
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons -- fresh tarragon and
-- thyme leaves
1 medium ripe avocado -- peeled, seeded and
-- sliced
1 small grapefruit -- peeled and
-- sectioned |
Preparation:
Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry; remove any excess fat. Lightly sprinkle chicken with paprika and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet that has been sprayed with cooking spray, heat oil. Over medium-high heat, quickly brown chicken on both sides, about 5 minutes. Add 3/4 cup broth, grapefruit juice, honey, onion, and garlic; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and arrange on platter over orzo or rice; keep warm. Combine cornstarch with remaining 1/4 cup broth; stir into skillet mixture. Add tarragon and thyme.
Cook, stirring until sauce thickens. Add avocado and grapefruit; heat briefly. Salt to taste (optional). Serve sauce over chicken and orzo or rice. |