Orange Chicken with Broccoli Weight Watchers
Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful and healthy Orange Chicken with Broccoli, a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces and crisp-tender broccoli coated in a tangy-sweet orange glaze, this dish is bursting with fresh, zesty flavors while being low in points. The fresh orange juice, honey, and a hint of ginger elevate the sauce to restaurant-quality, while the quick one-pan preparation ensures a fuss-free, weeknight meal. Garnished with green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a complete, balanced meal. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with high-protein goodness, it’s a deliciously wholesome way to enjoy takeout-inspired flavors at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tsp Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 2 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tsp Orange zest
- 2 units Green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then toss with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to coat evenly.
Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer 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, add the second teaspoon of olive oil. Add the broccoli florets and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside with the chicken.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, orange zest, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until smooth.
Return the skillet to medium heat and pour the orange sauce mixture into the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens.
Add the cooked chicken and broccoli back to the skillet. Toss everything together in the sauce, ensuring the chicken and broccoli are well-coated.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve warm over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or enjoy on its own for a lighter meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2605 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.2 g | ||
| Protein | 156.9 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1523 mg | 32% | |
*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.
