Mandarin Orange Chicken Delight Recipe

Name: Mandarin Orange Chicken Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, reserve liquid; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dried ginger; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons oil; chopped cashews or slivered almonds, as garnish; 3 cups hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, reserve liquid
3 tablespoons honey
1 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried ginger
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons oil
chopped cashews or slivered almonds, as garnish
3 cups hot cooked rice

1
Make the sauce by combining reserved orange juice with honey, soy sauce, lemon juice,, and ginger in a small bowl.
2
Blend well and set aside.
3
Combine flour with salt and pepper in a shallow pie pan.
4
Set aside.
5
Trim off any fat and white veins from chicken breasts and slice each breast into about three strips.
6
Dry between double layers of paper towels.
7
Heat butter and oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
8
Coat all sides of chicken strips in seasoned flour and brown lightly in skillet.
9
Reserve browned pieces on a plate lined with paper towels.
10
When all chicken is browned, pour sauce into wok or skillet.
11
Place chicken in the sauce and turn to coat.
12
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is tender and white throughout and sauce begins to caramelize on the chicken.
13
Turn several times during cooking to coat evenly with sauce.
14
Meanwhile, prepare rice.
15
When chicken is done, remove from heat and quickly stir in the Mandarin oranges.
16
Sprinkle with your chosen garnish and serve over rice.

1130

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, reserve liquid, 3 tablespoons honey, 1 lemon, juice of, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Mandarin Orange Chicken Delight 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.

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Mandarin Orange Chicken Delight

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