Grilled Duck Breasts with Orange Chipotle Sauce

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This sophisticated grilled duck breast recipe brings a contemporary twist to the classic combination of citrus and poultry. The richness of the duck is perfectly balanced by a vibrant orange and lime glaze, while the addition of smoky chipotle chillies adds a gentle, warming heat. It is a wonderful choice for an elegant Friday night dinner or a weekend gathering when you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.

As a naturally dairy-free dish, it is incredibly versatile and fits seamlessly into various dietary requirements. By scoring the skin and grilling it carefully, you achieve a beautifully crisp finish while keeping the meat tender and pink. Serve these thin, succulent slices alongside roasted root vegetables or a fresh, seasonal green salad for a light yet satisfying meal that highlights high-quality British produce.

Ingredients for Grilled Duck Breasts with Orange Chipotle Sauce

600ml fresh orange juice
60ml di succo di lime fresco
45ml maple syrup (preferably dark amber or Grade B)
1 tablespoon finely chopped canned chipotle chillies in adobo
1 (3- to 4-inch) cinnamon stick
2 chiodi di garofano interi
1 cucchiaino di sale
3 (1-lb) boneless Muscovy duck breasts with skin or 6 (7- to 230g ) Long Island (also called Pekin) duck breast halves with skin
1 1/2 cucchiaini di sale
1/2 cucchiaini di pepe nero
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How to make Grilled Duck Breasts with Orange Chipotle Sauce

Boil all sauce ingredients in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, skimming foam occasionally, until syrupy and reduced to about 240ml , 30 to 40 minutes. Let stand while duck broils.

Remove rack of a grill pan, then add 240ml water to grill pan and replace rack. Preheat grill with pan 5 to 6 inches from heat.

Pat duck breasts dry and score skin at 1-inch intervals with a sharp knife (do not cut into meat), then sprinkle all over with salt and pepper. Grill duck breasts, skin sides down, 4 minutes for Long Island duck or 8 minutes for Muscovy, then turn over and grill until thermometer inserted horizontally into centre of a breast registers 54°C , 8 to 10 minutes more for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes. Add any juices accumulated on cutting board to sauce and simmer until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

Holding a sharp knife at a 45-degree angle, cut each duck breast into thin slices and serve with sauce.

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