Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Asian glazed orange chicken, where tender chicken pieces are enveloped in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this dish is quick to prepare and sure to impress with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma. Serve it with rice or vegetables for a complete meal that pleases both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, orange juice, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and let it soak for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken in batches until golden brown on all sides.
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg