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Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze, Crispy Potato Stacks & Sautéed Green Beans

Name: Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze, Crispy Potato Stacks & Sautéed Green Beans
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: 2 boneless duck breasts, skin on; 1/2 cup frozen or fresh cherries (pitted); 2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup water; Salt & pepper to taste; 2 medium Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; Salt & pepper to taste; 1 cup green beans, trimmed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt to taste

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Medium

Serves:

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Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 40 Minutes

Rating:

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July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

A gourmet dinner plate with pan-seared duck breast glazed in a sweet-tart cherry sauce, paired with golden layered potato stacks and crisp-tender green beans. Elegant yet allergen-friendly!

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What You’ll Need:

For the Duck & Cherry Glaze

2 boneless duck breasts, skin on
1/2 cup frozen or fresh cherries (pitted)
2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup water
Salt & pepper to taste

For the Potato Stacks

2 medium Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste

For the Green Beans

1 cup green beans, trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt to taste

Prepration for:Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze, Crispy Potato Stacks & Sautéed Green Beans

Step 1/5

🦆 For the Duck Breast

Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern. Season with salt and pepper. Place skin-side down in a cold pan. Cook over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until fat is rendered and skin is crispy. Flip and cook 4–5 minutes or until internal temp reaches 135°F (medium-rare). Let rest.

Step 2/5

🍒 For the Cherry Glaze

In a small saucepan, combine cherries, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and water. Simmer for 10–12 minutes. Mash cherries slightly for texture. Simmer until thickened. Strain for a smoother glaze (optional).

Step 3/5

🥔 For the Crispy Potato Stacks

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sliced potatoes with oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stack slices in a muffin tin or layer in a cast iron skillet. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and crispy on edges.

Step 4/5

🥬 For the Green Beans

Sauté green beans in olive oil over medium-high heat with garlic for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with salt.

Step 5/5

🥄 Plating

Slice the rested duck breast and fan it on the plate. Spoon cherry glaze over the top. Add 2–3 potato stacks and a serving of green beans.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Duck fat from searing can be reserved for roasting veggies.

Add a splash of red wine to the glaze for extra depth.

Use a mandolin for even potato slices.

This meal pairs beautifully with a glass of dry red wine or sparkling water with pomegranate.

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Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze, Crispy Potato Stacks & Sautéed Green Beans