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Simple Orange Chicken with Broccoli

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 206 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced or grated fresh ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • salt and peper
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

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  1. In a medium nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Saute until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, combine the broccoli florets and the water, stirring to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Cover the skillet and cook until the broccoli is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  3. Return the chicken to the pan and stir in the broth, orange juice, soy sauce, sugar and orange zest. Add the dissolved cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce boils and thickens slightly. Serve over hot, cooked brown or white rice.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 206kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 73mg (24%) Sodium 557mg (23%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 206

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 206kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Sodium 557mg 23%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.