This recipe was easy, relatively quick, and delicious! The orange flavor really came through without being overpowering. I steamed some broccoli to accompany it.
Orange Chicken
Makes 2-3 servings
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breast), cut into ~1" pieces
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Cooked rice or quinoa (follow package directions)
Toppings: sliced green onions, sesame seeds, orange zest
Orange Sauce:
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon corn starch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
zest of 1 orange (save a little for topping)
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Directions:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper and saute for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned and nearly cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange sauce ingredients and pour sauce into skillet, coating the chicken. Let it come to a boil and cook for a couple minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
Serve chicken and sauce over cooked rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and orange zest if desired.
