Mandarin Orange Chicken Oamc
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Far East to your table with this Mandarin Orange Chicken OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory goodness. Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces are cooked to perfection and coated in a luscious sauce made from mandarin orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and fresh grated ginger. The dish is then finished with juicy mandarin orange slices, adding a burst of zest and a subtle sweetness to every bite. Designed for meal prepping, this freezer-friendly recipe makes weeknight dinners a breeze—just thaw, reheat, and serve over steamed rice or noodles for a quick and satisfying meal. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for an extra touch of elegance, this mandarin orange chicken is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Perfect for those who love freezer meals, Asian-inspired flavors, or stress-free cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 15 ounces Mandarin oranges (canned, with juice)
- 0.25 cups Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (fresh, grated)
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the juice from the canned mandarin oranges, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until the sugar dissolves to create the sauce base.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add half of the chicken pieces and cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the skillet, set aside, and repeat with the remaining chicken and oil.
Once all the chicken is cooked, return it to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Add the mandarin orange slices to the skillet and gently fold them in, being careful not to break them apart. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds (if using).
Allow the chicken to cool completely before dividing it into freezer-safe containers for OAMC storage. Label and freeze for up to 3 months.
When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a skillet or microwave until warm. Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2865 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.3 g | ||
| Protein | 226.0 g | 452% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2570 mg | 55% | |
*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.
