Mandarin Almond Chicken Bites
Elevate your appetizer game with these sweet and savory Mandarin Almond Chicken Bites—perfect for family dinners or party platters! Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces are sautéed to golden perfection, then tossed in a luscious mandarin orange glaze made with soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar for a tangy-sweet kick. Topped with crunchy toasted almonds and fresh green onions, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this quick and easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crisp vegetable sides. Whether you're hosting a gathering or craving a flavorful weeknight meal, these Mandarin Almond Chicken Bites deliver in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned, in juice)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp green onions (sliced)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over low heat until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mandarin orange juice (reserve the orange segments for later use), soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Pour in the orange juice mixture and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, along with the reserved mandarin orange segments. Toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
Top with toasted almonds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately as is, or pair with steamed rice or a side of vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2690 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.9 g | ||
| Protein | 173.6 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2557 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.
