Orange Emeril
Brighten up your dinner table with "Orange Emeril," a vibrant and zesty chicken dish that combines the sweetness of fresh orange juice and honey with the savory punch of low-sodium soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. This quick and easy recipe is a flavor-packed weeknight savior, requiring just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious citrus-infused sauce, thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and crunch. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or your favorite veggies, Orange Emeril is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Whether you're searching for quick chicken dinner ideas or citrus-glazed recipes, this dish delivers both bold flavors and wholesome comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon zest of an orange
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Pour in the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, and honey. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the skillet to thicken it. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle the dish with chopped green onions before serving.
Serve the Orange Emeril hot with steamed rice or a side of vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2698 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.1 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*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.
