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This 20 minute healthier orange chicken is the perfect weeknight dish. Why pay for take out when you can make this quick and easy dish from scratch. Trust me, you'll LOVE this dish it's seriously that EASY!

Healthier Orange Chicken

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny
This 20-minute healthier orange chicken is the perfect weeknight dish. Why pay for takeout when you can make this quick and easy dish from scratch?
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Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • 1-1/2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup orange juice fresh squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes more if desired
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds optional

Instructions

  • In a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat add coconut oil.
  • Once the oil is hot add in the chicken and cook until lightly browned and fully cooked - about 8 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and place the pan back on the heat.
  • Add in orange juice, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, orange zest, fish sauce, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a slight boil.
  • In a small bowl mix together cornstarch and cold water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  • Add cornstarch to the orange mixture and mix together until slightly thickened. This will not take too long so keep an eye on the mixture.
  • Once you have reached your desired thickness remove from the heat, stir in your sesame seeds and add the chicken back to the pan and toss with the sauce.
  • Serve with brown rice and vegetables if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 72g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 193mg | Sodium: 625mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Keyword fake out take out recipes, healthy asian recipes, healthy orange chicken, orange chicken healthy, orange chicken not battered
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