Orange Chicken Koresh Iranian Recipe

Name: Orange Chicken Koresh Iranian
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil, sesame; 3 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces; 2 onions, cut in cresents; 2 tablespoons orange zest; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/2 cups orange juice; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon saffron; 3 oranges, peeled in segments; 2 carrots, julienned; 3 teaspoons almonds, slivered; 2 teaspoons pistachio nuts, chopped finely

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons oil, sesame
3 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces
2 onions, cut in cresents
2 tablespoons orange zest
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon saffron
3 oranges, peeled in segments
2 carrots, julienned
3 teaspoons almonds, slivered
2 teaspoons pistachio nuts, chopped finely

1
Heat sesame oil; saute chicken; remove chicken to a platter.
2
Add onions to oil; add orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; stir.
3
Add chicken back; roll chicken around to coat in the spices.
4
Add orange juice; bring to near boil; cook 20 minutes covered; stir occasionally so it doesn't burn.
5
Cook on low until chicken becomes tender.
6
Combine vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and saffron water in medium saucepan; heat for 10 minutes until hot; add orange segments; stir well.
7
Add carrots, almonds and pistachio nuts to chicken mixture and cook for 15 minutes more.
8
When done add lime juice mixture; stir.
9
Garnish with herbs like cilantro.

390

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons oil, sesame, 3 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces, 2 onions, cut in cresents, 2 tablespoons orange zest, and more.

Yes, Orange Chicken Koresh Iranian 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!

Orange Chicken Koresh Iranian

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Variations & substitutions

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