Description
A delicious and flavorful dish combining orange chicken with fried rice, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, then add the frozen peas and carrots. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are heated through.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet, breaking up any clumps. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Pour in the soy sauce, orange juice, and orange zest. Stir everything together, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and drizzle with sesame oil. Toss everything together until heated through. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for added flavor.
- Add a splash of chili sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, or incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg