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Quick Tangy Orange Chicken Stir-Fry

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A fast, flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast and crisp veggies tossed in a bright, tangy orange sauce. Ready in just 18 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized strips
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice (about 1 medium orange)
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red or yellow)
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine freshly squeezed orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until honey dissolves and set aside.
  2. In a separate small bowl, stir cornstarch into cold water until smooth to make a slurry.
  3. Slice chicken breast into thin 1-inch strips. Slice bell peppers and trim snap peas. Slice green onions for garnish.
  4. Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and heat for 1-2 minutes until hot but not smoking.
  5. Add chicken strips in a single layer. Let sear without stirring for 2-3 minutes until golden on one side, then stir and cook another 2-3 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add bell peppers and snap peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp and vibrant.
  7. Return chicken to the pan with vegetables. Pour in the orange sauce mixture and stir to coat evenly. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and stir once more.
  10. Serve immediately over steamed white rice or your favorite grain.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper searing. Use high heat for quick cooking to keep veggies crisp. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water or more cornstarch slurry as needed. Add garlic with the sauce to prevent burning. Fresh orange juice is preferred for best flavor.

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