Healthy Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Healthy Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast; 1/2 cup orange juice fresh squeezed navel; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons honey; 1/4 rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon ginger fresh grated; 4 cloves garlic minced; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; orange zest; toasted sesame seeds; green onions; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; salt

Servings: persons

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 cup orange juice fresh squeezed navel
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1/4 rice vinegar
1 teaspoon ginger fresh grated
4 cloves garlic minced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
orange zest
toasted sesame seeds
green onions
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
salt

1
To make the orange sauce: combine all ingredients (except sesame seeds, sesame oil, green onions, chicken, and orange zest) together in a small bowl.
2
Transfer sauce mixture into a small saute pan. Heat until nearly boiling. Mix cornstarch with a small amount of cold water. Add cornstarch to sauce and boil to thicken, about one minute.
3
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in sesame oil. Remove from heat and dice into bite-size pieces.
4
Combine diced chicken breast and orange sauce into medium bowl and toss to thoroughly coat.
5
Serve hot and garnish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and orange zest.

478

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, 1/2 cup orange juice fresh squeezed navel, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Healthy Orange Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Orange Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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