Chicken with Orange Soy Salsa Light
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this zesty and nutritious **Chicken with Orange Soy Salsa Light**, a flavor-packed dish that combines tender, seared chicken breasts with a bright and tangy orange soy sauce glaze. Featuring freshly squeezed orange juice, low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this recipe balances savory and citrusy notes perfectly. Minced garlic, rice vinegar, and a garnish of fresh cilantro and green onions add layers of depth and freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this light yet satisfying dish is an ideal choice for healthy weeknight meals, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or a crisp side salad. Perfect for those seeking a vibrant, protein-rich dinner with gourmet appeal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 oranges
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 green onions (sliced thinly)
Instructions
Juice the oranges and set aside approximately 3/4 cup of orange juice. Reserve the orange zest for later use.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and garlic to make the salsa. Set aside.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Pour in the prepared orange soy salsa and stir, allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the salsa over the chicken, and reduce the heat to low.
Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chicken with chopped cilantro, orange zest, and sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot with your preferred side, such as steamed rice or a fresh salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2705 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 221.5 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2551 mg | 54% | |
*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.
