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Easy Healthy Orange Chicken: An Incredible 7-Ingredient Recipe


  • Author: Lila Brooks
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 cup fresh orange juice
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
– 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
– Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish


Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your Easy Healthy Orange Chicken:

1. Prep the Chicken: Start by dicing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
3. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
5. Add the Sauce: Pour the orange sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
6. Thicken the Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens to your desired consistency.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or saltiness by adding more honey or soy sauce if necessary.
8. Serve: Once the sauce has thickened, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the orange chicken hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

These straightforward steps ensure that your Easy Healthy Orange Chicken turns out delicious every time.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Offer generous portions but consider smaller servings if you want guests to enjoy seconds without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 30g