Description
A delightful orange chicken recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors, creating a vibrant and comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pechugas de pollo (chicken breasts)
- 2 naranjas (juice and zest)
- 3 cucharadas de salsa de soya (soy sauce)
- 2 cucharadas de miel (honey)
- 1 diente de ajo picado (minced garlic)
- Sal y pimienta al gusto (salt and pepper to taste)
- Aceite de oliva (olive oil)
- 1 cucharadita de maicena (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- In a bowl, blend the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined to make the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and brown the breasts in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- If desired, mix the cornstarch with a bit of water and add it to the skillet to thicken the sauce, cooking for a few additional minutes.
- Enjoy your orange chicken hot, alongside rice or vegetables.
Notes
For maximum flavor, consider marinating the chicken for up to two hours. Adjust sweetness or saltiness as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: orange chicken, easy dinner, chicken recipes, Asian cuisine
