Basil Orange Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
    1/3 cup orange juice
    3 tablespoons canola oil
    3 tablespoons honey
    2 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh basil or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
    3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Preparation
    Rinse the chicken and pat dry. Place in a sealable plastic food storage bag.
    Pour a mixture of the orange juice, canola oil, honey and basil over the chicken, tossing to coat; seal tightly.
    Marinate in the refrigerator for 6 to 8 hours, tossing occasionally. Drain, reserving the marinade.
    Brown the chicken on both sides in the vegetable oil in a skillet; drain. Arrange the chicken in a glass baking dish. Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken.
    Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until tender. Serve hot or cold.

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