Irresistible Mandarin Orange Chicken Recipe You’ll Love to Make
Irresistible Mandarin Orange Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will captivate your taste buds. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, making it a go-to meal for any occasion. Tender chicken marinated in vibrant mandarin orange juice pairs beautifully with garlic and soy sauce, creating a dish that’s both delicious and healthy. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, you can serve this dish over fluffy rice or alongside colorful stir-fried vegetables for a complete, nutritious meal. Enjoy this flavor-packed dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 0.5 cup freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mandarin orange juice, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Add chicken and mix well to coat; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated chicken with remaining marinade to the skillet; stir-fry for 8–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
- Serve warm over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg