Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken - Ww Recipe

Name: Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken - Ww
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown rice (quick cooking); 1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips (boneless, skinless); 2 teaspoons orange zest (finely grated); 1 tablespoon cornstarch (plus 2 tsp.); 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 teaspoon sesame oil (dark); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated; 2 garlic cloves, sliced; 1/2 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (3 cups); 2 carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal

Servings: persons

3/4 cup brown rice (quick cooking)
1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips (boneless, skinless)
2 teaspoons orange zest (finely grated)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (plus 2 tsp.)
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil (dark)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (3 cups)
2 carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal

1
Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2
Meanwhile, combine chicken, orange zest, 1 tablespoons cornstarch and 1 tablespoons soy sauce in a large bowl and toss to coat. Combine orange juice, broth, honey, sesame oil, pepper flakes, remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch and remaining 1 tablespoons soy sauce in small bowl.
3
Heat 1 teaspoons canola oil in wok or large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until very hot. Add chicken and stir fry until lightly browned, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Return skillet to heat and add remaining 1 teaspoons canola oil. Add ginger and garlic; stir fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Stir in broccoli and carrots and stir fry until broccoli is bright green, about 2 minutes. Pour in orange juice mixture; bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Add chicken and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Divide chicken mixture and rice among 4 plates.

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup brown rice (quick cooking), 1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips (boneless, skinless), 2 teaspoons orange zest (finely grated), 1 tablespoon cornstarch (plus 2 tsp.), and more.

Yes, Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken - Ww 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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Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken - Ww

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