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Healthy Orange Chicken

Healthy Orange Chicken
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Healthy Orange Chicken is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, offering all the vibrant flavors you love without the excess calories and sodium. This guilt-free recipe combines tender chicken pieces marinated in fresh orange juice, garlic, and ginger, then coated in a homemade tangy sauce that’s both savory and slightly sweet. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish can be served over rice or quinoa with steamed veggies for a wholesome dinner that pleases the whole family. Enjoy the essence of your favorite takeout with this healthier version that’s quick to make and full of flavor!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked rice, to serve
  • 1/2 cup steamed broccoli, to serve

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with baking soda, salt, orange juice, soy sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Make the sauce: Whisk together fresh orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce (optional), cornstarch, orange zest, minced garlic and ginger, red chili flakes, brown sugar, and salt in another bowl.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and cook until thickened.
  5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve alongside rice or steamed broccoli.

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