Quick Orange Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Quick Orange Chicken Breasts recipe, a perfect blend of zesty citrus flavors and savory goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, these tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a vibrant sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and a touch of garlic. A hint of orange zest adds an aromatic flourish, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce coats every bite beautifully. This dish is a balance of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for pairing with steamed rice or crisp vegetables. With minimal prep time and simple pantry staples, this recipe is a fast, fresh, and flavorful solution for busy weeknights. Garnish with sliced green onions for an optional pop of color and extra freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Lightly dust the chicken breasts with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
In a small bowl, mix the orange juice, honey, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture into the skillet, stirring to loosen any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
In another small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce.
Add the orange zest and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, turning them to coat evenly in the sauce.
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes until warmed through and fully coated.
Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of rice or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.4 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3452 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.6 g | ||
| Protein | 218.6 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*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.
