Mediterranean 4-Ingredient Orange Chicken

These Mediterranean 4-Ingredient Orange Chicken is a delicious and easy meal. We prepare with tender chicken breasts, fresh orange juice, olive oil, and honey. This orange chicken has approximately 290 calories and 12.2 g of total carbs. We prepare these Mediterranean 4-Ingredient Orange Chicken in about 30 minutes. You can refrigerate leftovers for 4 days or store them in the freezer for only three months. You can serve this orange chicken with roasted broccoli, brown rice, quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, or mediterranean cucumber and tomato salad.

STATS:

• Course: Lunch, Dinner
• No. of Calories: 290 kcal
• Diet: Mediterranean, high-protein
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Portion size: 1 chicken breast
• Cooking mode: Stovetop
• Total servings: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 30 minutes

TOOLS:

• Cutting board
• Skillet
• Knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Bowl
• Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

CHICKEN:

• 1½ lb. chicken breasts

ORANGE SAUCE:

• ½ cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

CHICKEN BREASTS:

• We use chicken breasts to provide lean protein and a tender texture. You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs.

ORANGE JUICE:

• We use fresh orange juice to create a sweet and tangy citrus glaze. You can use unsweetened 100% orange juice instead.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive oil adds flavor and a Mediterranean-inspired touch. You can substitute avocado oil.

HONEY:

• Honey balances the tanginess of the orange juice and helps thicken the glaze. You can use maple syrup or omit it for a less-sweet sauce.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Completely the chicken and cut it into uniformly sized pieces if required.
2. Stir the honey and orange juice in a dish.
3. Warm the olive oil in a pan on a normal flame.
4. Include the chicken and cook for just seven minutes, depending on thickness.
5. Fill in the orange mixture and slowly cook till the sauce thickens, for almost eight minutes.
6. Make sure the chicken becomes an inside temperature of 74°Celcius.
7. Coat the chicken using the orange glaze & serve hot.

TIPS:

• We utilize a fresh orange juice for a perfect citrus flavor.
•  Don’t cook on high flame to avoid the honey from burning.
• Cut the chicken uniformly for consistent cooking.
• Include the black pepper, optional rosemary, or thyme for additional flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

GRAINS:

• Brown Rice
• Quinoa
• Whole-Wheat Couscous

ROASTED VEGETABLES:

• Roasted Broccoli
• Roasted Zucchini
• Bell Peppers

POTATO SIDES:

• Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Herb-Roasted Baby Potatoes

LIGHT SIDES:

• Steamed Green Beans
• Sautéed Spinach

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the chicken with its sauce in an airtight box and refrigerate for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store the cooled chicken and sauce in a airtight closed bag for 3 months.

FAQs:

Could we prepare this chicken with only four elements?

• Yes, you can use honey, chicken, olive oil, and orange juice, as they are the four main components.

May we prepare this recipe without honey?

• Yes, you can skip the honey, although the sauce will be less thinner and sweet.

How will we thicken the orange sauce?

• Slowly cook the sauce without covering till it becomes to your preferred consistency.

Will we bake this orange chicken?

• Yes, you can bake at 200°Celcius till the chicken becomes an inside temperature of 74°Celcius.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Proteins: 33 g

Caloric Content: 290 kcal

Net Carbs: 12 g

Sodium: 100 mg

Fiber: 0.2 g

Sugar: 11 g

Fats: 10 g

Portion Size: 1 chicken breast

Total Carbs: 12.2 g