Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Asian glazed orange chicken recipe, where sweet oranges and savory soy sauce create an unforgettable dish. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this vibrant meal is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy juicy chicken coated in a luscious glaze, served over rice or noodles for a delightful culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- Marinate: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and orange juice. Toss chicken pieces until coated; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Create the Glaze: Pour remaining marinade into the skillet after removing chicken. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Combine: Return chicken to the pan and stir until coated with glaze (1-2 minutes).
- Serve: Plate over rice or veggies; garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg