Zippy Orange Chicken & Rice Recipe

Name: Zippy Orange Chicken & Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing, divided Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07; 3 oz. boneless skinless chicken breast; 1/2 medium green pepper, cored and sliced; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 tsp. packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup instant white rice, uncooked; 1/4 cup canned mandarin oranges (in juice); 1/4 cup canned pineapple chunks (in juice); 1 Tbsp. PLANTERS Sliced Almonds; 1 , Favorite Flavor; 8 fl oz (1 cup) drinking water

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing, divided Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07
3 oz. boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 medium green pepper, cored and sliced
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tsp. packed brown sugar
1/3 cup instant white rice, uncooked
1/4 cup canned mandarin oranges (in juice)
1/4 cup canned pineapple chunks (in juice)
1 Tbsp. PLANTERS Sliced Almonds
1 , Favorite Flavor
8 fl oz (1 cup) drinking water

1
Heat 2 tsp.
2
of the dressing in skillet on medium-high heat.
3
Add chicken and peppers; cook and stir 5 min.
4
or until chicken is cooked through.
5
Drain.
6
Reduce heat to medium.
7
Stir remaining dressing, orange juice and sugar into skillet; bring to boil.
8
Remove from heat; add rice, oranges and pineapples.
9
Let stand, covered, 5 min.
10
Top with almonds.
11
Enjoy JELL-O for dessert.
12
Serve meal with a glass of water.

142

kcal

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Fat

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing, divided Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07, 3 oz. boneless skinless chicken breast, 1/2 medium green pepper, cored and sliced, 1/4 cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Zippy Orange Chicken & Rice 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!

Zippy Orange Chicken & Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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