Paleo Chinese Orange Chicken

Experience the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with this Paleo Chinese Orange Chicken recipe, a healthy twist on a takeout favorite! Made with tender chicken breast coated in arrowroot powder for a light, crispy texture, it's simmered in a luscious sauce featuring fresh orange juice, zest, honey, and coconut aminos for a naturally gluten-free, soy-free finish. Infused with aromatic ginger and garlic, and sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's ideal for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or steamed veggies for a wholesome paleo meal. Perfect for those craving comfort food with a clean-eating spin!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 1 whole zest of an orange
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 1 inch, grated ginger root
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 stalks, chopped green onion
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the coconut aminos, orange juice, orange zest, honey, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic together to make the sauce. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with arrowroot powder until evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining coconut oil. Pour in the orange sauce mixture and bring it to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce and let it heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot alongside steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete paleo meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1340.2

Total Fat 49.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 3538.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 72.1g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.5mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1742.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 38.9%

Carbs: 28.1%