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Golden brown glazed healthy orange chicken cubes garnished with green onions in a skillet
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Better Than Takeout Healthy Orange Chicken

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarc h
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3 tablespoons low -sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Place chicken cubes in a large mixing bowl and toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce glaze.
  • Heat avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 6 to 8 minutes while turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet.
  • Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce reduces and thickens into a glossy glaze that adheres to the chicken.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately over steamed brown rice or cauliflower rice.