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Duck with Orange is a classic French Mediterranean dish that combines tender duck breast with a luxurious citrus sauce. The rich, gamey flavor of duck is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity and subtle sweetness of fresh orange. This elegant dinner dish is surprisingly simple to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality results.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Servings
4 srv
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
420 kcal
For 4 serving(s)
Per serving
Pat duck breasts dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides
Score the skin in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and place duck skin-side down, cooking for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy
Flip duck breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes until medium-rare, then transfer to a plate and let rest
Pour off excess fat from the skillet, add minced shallots and garlic, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant
Add orange juice and zest, chicken stock, and balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan, simmer for 3-4 minutes
Whisk in cold butter until the sauce is glossy and smooth, season with salt and pepper to taste
Slice duck breasts against the grain and serve with orange sauce, garnished with fresh orange segments and thyme
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