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Healthy Orange Chicken

Healthy Orange Chicken
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Healthy Orange Chicken is a vibrant and nutritious twist on a classic dish, offering all the beloved flavors of orange chicken without the guilt. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead. With fresh ingredients and a flavor-packed sauce, you can indulge in this wholesome dish while keeping calories and sodium in check. Whether served over jasmine rice, with steamed broccoli, or wrapped in lettuce leaves, Healthy Orange Chicken provides a deliciously satisfying meal that everyone will love.

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
  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice (for sauce)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup steamed broccoli

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, baking soda, salt, orange juice, soy sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In another bowl, mix together orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce (if using), cornstarch, orange zest, garlic, ginger, red chili flakes, and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Combine with sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving with rice and steamed vegetables.

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