Orange Ginger Chicken Breasts
A flavorful and healthy stir-fry combining tender chicken with fresh vegetables, zesty orange, and ginger for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cup carrots, peeled and cut into strips
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and cut into strips
- 6 skinless boneless chicken breast approx. 1 1/2 lbs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup frozen shelled sweet soybeans (edamame), thawed
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook carrots and red pepper in 1 tbsp oil for 5 minutes; transfer to a bowl.
- Cook chicken in 1 tbsp oil until no longer pink; transfer to bowl.
- Sauté ginger and garlic in remaining oil; add broth, orange juice, soy sauce, and thicken with cornstarch mixture for 2 minutes.
- Return chicken and vegetables to skillet; add edamame and cook 3-5 minutes until heated and coated.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of orange zest or a drizzle of honey.