Marinated Orange Stir Fry Chicken
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥘 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🔪 Prep Time: 25 minutes
Description:
This Marinated Orange Stir Fry Chicken is a delightful combination of tangy orange zest, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger, creating a burst of flavor that’s perfect for a quick dinner fix. Adding a kick of heat with red pepper flakes is optional but highly recommended for those craving an extra zip! Serve this glorious dish over steamed Jasmine rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Keep in mind that the prep time includes the marinade duration, ensuring that every bite is infused with the vibrant flavors.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 280.6
- Fat Content: 5.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 98.8mg
- Sodium Content: 867.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.5g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 42.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons orange zest
- 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a bowl, stir together orange juice and peel, garlic, soy sauce, and ginger. |
| 2 | Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture and set it aside. |
| 3 | Place the chicken in the remaining marinade in the bowl. |
| 4 | Allow the chicken to marinate for 15 minutes. |
| 5 | Heat oil in a nonstick 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. |
| 6 | Drain the marinade from the chicken, discarding it. |
| 7 | Add the chicken to the hot oil in the skillet. |
| 8 | Stir fry the chicken for approximately 3 to 5 minutes, or until it turns pale white and is fully cooked. |
| 9 | In the reserved marinade, add the cornstarch, stirring until smooth. |
| 10 | Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet with the chicken. |
| 11 | Heat the mixture until it boils, stirring constantly. |
| 12 | Allow it to boil for 1 minute. |
| 13 | Add pea pods to the skillet. |
| 14 | Reduce the heat to low. |
| 15 | Simmer the mixture, covered, for 1 minute. |
| 16 | Serve the Marinated Orange Stir Fry Chicken over rice and enjoy! |
This recipe yields 4 servings, providing a healthy and delicious meal that can be prepared in less than an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something flavorful and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.
