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Shanna's Chicken Avocado Citrus Sauce

 

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ Cup unsalted butter, divided
½ Cup whipping cream
½ tsp finely chopped orange zest
2 Tbsp orange juice
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 California avocado, pureed
¼ tsp salt (+ as needed)
6 (about 6 ounces each) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Black pepper
6 each lemon, lime, and orange slices
 
Instructions

Sauté garlic in 1 teaspoon butter until soft but not colored, about 2 minutes.
Stir in cream.
Heat to a simmer, stirring frequently; do not boil.
Stir in orange zest, juices, avocado, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Keep warm.
Melt remaining butter.
Brush chicken with butter.
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Bake at 450 degrees F until chicken is browned and just firm to the touch, about 15 minutes.
Serve each breast with 1/4 cup avocado sauce, garnish with a slice of each citrus fruit.