Soy-Free Orange Chicken and Rice
Elevate your dinner game with this Soy-Free Orange Chicken and Rice recipe, a fresh twist on a takeout classic that's perfect for anyone avoiding soy-based sauces. Tender, golden-brown chicken is coated in a luscious homemade orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, garlic, and ginger, delivering a sweet and tangy flavor profile without the need for soy. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a comforting meal that's both wholesome and satisfying. This easy recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. Garnished with bright scallions and nutty sesame seeds, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for families, food allergies, and clean-eating enthusiasts alike, this soy-free dish will quickly become a new favorite in your dinner rotation!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 large orange
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into bite-size pieces. Season them with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Grate the zest from the orange, then juice the orange to extract about 1/4 cup of juice. Combine this with the additional 1 cup of orange juice, honey, white vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry and set aside.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, pour in the orange sauce mixture. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 6
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Keep stirring until it thickens, which will take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
Step 8
Serve the orange chicken over hot cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1804.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2087.9 |
| Total Fat 51.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g | |
| Cholesterol 390.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5610.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 257.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.6g | |
| Protein 150.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 269.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2661.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories