Seared Duck Breast with Orange Reduction Sauce

This classic dish from French haute cuisine includes seared duck breast served with an orange reduction sauce, perfect for an elegant evening meal.

Main Dish Haute cuisine
Intermediate 30 min 475 cal
Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Season the duck breast with salt, pepper, and oregano. 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. 4. Place the duck breast in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. 5. Transfer the duck breast to a baking dish and place in the oven for 7-10 minutes. 6. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the butter. 7. Peel the oranges and add the zest and juice to the pan. 8. Add honey, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine. 9. In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and chicken broth. 10. Add the mixture to the pan and bring to a boil. 11. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 12. Slice duck breast and serve with the orange reduction sauce.

Ingredients

-1 duck breast -2 oranges -2 tablespoons olive oil -1 tablespoon butter -1 tablespoon honey -1/4 teaspoon oregano -Salt and pepper -1 teaspoon cornstarch -1/2 cup chicken broth

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