Very Easy Chicken with Orange Sauce

Brighten up your dinner routine with this incredibly flavorful and *Very Easy Chicken with Orange Sauce*! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender, golden-brown chicken breasts with a zesty homemade orange sauce made from fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of garlic. The sauce is perfectly balanced—sweet, savory, and tangy—then thickened to a silky texture that clings beautifully to the chicken. With a quick cook time of just 20 minutes, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Garnished with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds for a pop of freshness and crunch, it’s a versatile meal that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or seasonal veggies. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and minimal effort make this the ultimate go-to for an easy yet impressive dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
• 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. (Internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C.) Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and orange zest (if using). Pour this mixture into the skillet.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the orange sauce to thicken it.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the orange sauce over the chicken. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if using). Serve immediately with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1571.3

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 4036.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 222.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 155.0mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2480.0mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 58.0%

Carbs: 18.1%