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Mandarin Chicken & Broccoli

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This quick and easy Mandarin Chicken & Broccoli dish brings vibrant Asian-inspired flavors to your table without the hassle of multiple pans. Tender slices of boneless chicken breast are cooked alongside fresh broccoli in a rich, glossy sauce made from orange juice, cornstarch, and warm spices like ginger and marjoram. The addition of sweet mandarin oranges adds a delightful pop of sweetness and color, balancing the savory notes perfectly. It&# 226;€™s a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s ready in under thirty minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it over hot cooked rice for a complete, satisfying dinner that feels both comforting and exotic.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3
Calories: 187.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This quick and easy Mandarin Chicken & Broccoli dish brings vibrant Asian-inspired flavors to your table without the hassle of multiple pans. Tender slices of boneless chicken breast are cooked alongside fresh broccoli in a rich, glossy sauce made from orange juice, cornstarch, and warm spices like ginger and marjoram. The addition of sweet mandarin oranges adds a delightful pop of sweetness and color, balancing the savory notes perfectly. It&# 226;€™s a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s ready in under thirty minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it over hot cooked rice for a complete, satisfying dinner that feels both comforting and exotic.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Boneless chicken breasts, skinned
  • 10 oz Frozen broccoli spears
  • 1 tb Cornstarch
  • 3/4 c Orange juice
  • 3/4 ts Marjoram leaves
  • 1/2 ts Ground ginger
  • 11 oz Mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 Hot cooked rice, for serving
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut chicken breasts diagonally into 1/2-inch slices.
  2. 2
    Arrange chicken slices in a circular pattern in a 9-inch round microwave-safe baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. 3
    Cut frozen broccoli into 2-inch lengths; arrange evenly over the chicken.
  4. 4
    Cover dish with plastic wrap (leave a small vent for steam) and microwave on high for 6 minutes.
  5. 5
    Carefully remove plastic wrap; stir chicken and broccoli to redistribute, then microwave on high for 3 to 5 minutes more, until chicken is no longer pink.
  6. 6
    Drain 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid from the dish into a 4-cup glass measuring cup; set chicken and broccoli aside.
  7. 7
    In the measuring cup, whisk together cornstarch, orange juice, marjoram, and ginger until smooth.
  8. 8
    Microwave sauce mixture on high for 3 minutes, stirring midway, until thickened and bubbling.
  9. 9
    Stir in drained mandarin oranges and microwave on high for 1 minute to heat through.
  10. 10
    Arrange chicken and broccoli over hot cooked rice on a serving platter; spoon warm sauce and oranges over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 187.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 96.5mg33%
Sodium 84.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 35.2g71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the microwave-safe dish is large enough to hold the ingredients in a single layer for even cooking.

If using fresh broccoli, you may need to reduce the initial cooking time slightly.

For a thicker sauce, add an additional half teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with a little cold water before microwaving.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave.

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