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Orange Chicken
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 8
In case you thought this was a thing of the past…think again! No sugar added, high in protein, fill-you-up goodness that will stand up to the restaurant stuff any day of the week. A pot of Jasmine rice for your family and a crisp green salad with toasted almonds is all you need. Don’t be discouraged because it looks like a lot of work…it’s really not. (And the results would be worth it, anyway). I found this recipe on Eating Well Living Thin. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon sesame seed oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb chicken breast tenders, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
5 teaspoons splenda sugar substitute, granular
4 teaspoons sugar-free honey, regular honey or 4 teaspoons agave
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons cornstarch
kosher salt
sliced green onion
sesame seeds
Directions:
1. Marinade: In a medium bowl combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt. Add chicken tenders and stir to coat. Allow to marinate for 25-30 minutes.
2. Sauce: In a small saucepan combine orange juice, orange zest, chicken broth, Splenda, honey, soy sauce, oil, garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil; lower heat to a simmer and cook until liquid is reduced by 1/4. Season with salt to taste. Stir the 2 teaspoons cornstarch with a small amount of cold water and add to the sauce. Bring back to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened. Set aside, but keep warm.
3. In a large bowl or ziplock bag add the 1/2 cup of cornstarch. Drain the chicken and toss with the cornstarch, shaking off excess. In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium-high. Add chicken and cook until golden and meat is cooked through. Gently toss cooked chicken with the sauce and serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com