Chicken Breasts with Oriental Orange Glaze
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this tantalizing recipe for Chicken Breasts with Oriental Orange Glaze. Juicy, golden chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and coated in a vibrant, silky glaze made with fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. A quick cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to create a glossy, flavor-packed finish that clings to each bite. Garnished with crisp green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this dish combines savory, tangy, and subtly sweet notes that are irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet impressive recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Lightly dust the chicken with all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze is shiny and coats the back of a spoon.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the glaze over them. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally to ensure it is well-coated and heated through.
Transfer the glazed chicken breasts to a serving platter, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.7 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4612 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 224.4 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2313 mg | 49% | |
*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.
