Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breast
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and honey in a medium bowl. Adjust flavors as desired.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, ensuring not to overcrowd, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the sauce: Reduce heat to medium, pour sauce over chicken, and stir in cornstarch mixed with water to thicken. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with orange zest or green onions, and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in some of the orange sauce for an hour before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the skillet for a crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Paleo