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Healthy Orange Chicken

Deliciously Healthy Orange Chicken in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a guilt-free version of the classic takeout dish with this Healthy Orange Chicken recipe, ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps tenderize the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Substitute with bottled juice if needed
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for healthier option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated ginger preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Garlic Sauce Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey is a healthier alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Optional
For Cooking and Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Olive or sesame oil recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, toast for extra flavor
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced; chives can be a substitute
To Serve
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Brown rice or cauliflower rice recommended
  • 2 cups Steamed Broccoli Any steamed veggie will work

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, baking soda, salt, orange juice, soy sauce, black pepper, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Toss well and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, red chili flakes, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add oil. Cook the marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken, stir gently and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Add toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, stir to combine.
  6. Serve the chicken over rice or cauliflower rice with steamed broccoli on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Let chicken marinate for up to 1 hour for deeper flavors. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of oranges used.

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