Orange Ginger Chicken
Description
This vibrant stir-fry combines tender chicken breasts with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh oranges and aromatic ginger. The sauce, enriched with hoisin and soy, creates a glossy, savory-sweet glaze that coats the chicken and crisp vegetables perfectly. Its a quick weeknight dinner that feels both comforting and elegant. The combination of texturessucculent meat, crunchy snow peas, and juicy orange segmentsmakes every bite interesting. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying meal that brings a bit of sunshine to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Prepare the chicken by boning, skinning, and pounding the breasts flat.
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Peel and grate the zest from the oranges and lemon; set aside.
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Squeeze the juice from the two oranges and the lemon; set aside.
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Section the third orange and set the segments aside for serving.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken pieces, minced ginger, and minced garlic to the skillet.
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Saut until the chicken pieces are browned on both sides and cooked through.
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Reduce heat to medium and add the sliced onion, julienned red pepper, and snow peas.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the citrus juices, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and the mixture of cornstarch and water.
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Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring to combine with the chicken and vegetables.
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Simmer gently, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
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Gently fold in the reserved orange segments.
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Serve immediately on hot plates.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 232.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.4g16%
- Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
- Cholesterol 63.8mg22%
- Sodium 56.0mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.2g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
- Sugars 7.4g
- Protein 24.2g49%
* 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
For best results, ensure the chicken is pounded to an even thickness so it cooks uniformly.
If fresh ginger is unavailable, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, though fresh provides a brighter flavor.
Serve over steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the chicken.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a slice of fresh chili during the saut step.
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