Low Sodium Orange Chicken and Rice
Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant and healthy Low Sodium Orange Chicken and Rice recipe. Perfectly tender chicken bites are cooked in a tangy, sweet orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, low sodium soy sauce, honey, and aromatic ginger and garlic, ensuring bold flavors without excessive salt. Paired with fluffy white rice, this dish is a lighter take on a classic favorite, complete with a stunning garnish of green onions and sesame seeds for added texture and color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or anyone seeking low sodium alternatives loaded with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 tablespoons green onions
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add 1 cup of rice and 2 cups of water to a medium pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 18 minutes until the rice is cooked and fluffy. Turn off the heat and let it sit covered.
While the rice is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together orange juice, low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic.
In another small bowl, combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Pour the orange sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken pieces evenly with the thickened orange sauce. Add the orange zest for additional flavor.
Serve the orange chicken over the prepared white rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
Enjoy your Low Sodium Orange Chicken and Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 1461 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.2 g | ||
| Protein | 136.3 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1767 mg | 38% | |
*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.
