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Healthy Orange Chicken

Quick & Healthy Orange Chicken: Guilt-Free Indulgence!

Enjoy a guilt-free version of orange chicken packed with high protein and low calories.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast The primary protein
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Tenderizes the chicken
  • Salt Adjust to taste
For the Marinade
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Orange Juice For marinating
  • 1.5 tbsp Soy Sauce For marinating
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch For marinating
  • 1 tsp Garlic Minced, for marinating
  • 1 tsp Ginger Minced, for marinating
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Fresh Orange Juice For sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce For sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar For sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp Chili Garlic Sauce Optional
  • 1/2 tbsp Cornstarch For thickening
  • 2 tsp Orange Zest For flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili Flakes Adjust based on heat preference
  • 3 tbsp Brown Sugar Adjust to taste
For Cooking & Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Oil Neutral cooking oil
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Chopped, for garnish
To Serve
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Brown or jasmine rice
  • 1/2 cup Steamed Broccoli Nutritious accompaniment

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring spoons
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken with baking soda, salt, orange juice, soy sauce, black pepper, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together remaining orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, cornstarch, orange zest, garlic, ginger, red chili flakes, brown sugar, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Pour the sauce into the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve warm over rice and steamed broccoli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a vegan option, replace chicken with tofu or cauliflower. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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