Oriental citrus chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Oriental citrus chicken is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 10 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 10
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 50 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Asian; Chinese
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

  • 3 chicken breasts, boned, skinned, and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 2 slices fresh ginger, peeled and minced, or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • One 8-ounce can pineapple chunks, drained (save the juice)

  • 1 1/2 cups orange juice

  • 1 cup chicken broth or water

  • 2 tablespoons vinegar

  • 4 cups sliced vegetables, such as celery, green bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms

  • 1 medium tomato, cut in wedges

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (350°F in an electric skillet). Add the chicken, ginger, and garlic, and cook 5 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Add the pineapple juice, 1 cup of orange juice, chicken broth, and vinegar. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the sliced vegetables. Cover and cook 3 minutes.

  • Mix the remaining 1/2 cup of orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch together in a small bowl. Stir until smooth. Add to the skillet, and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Add the tomatoes wedges and pineapple chunks.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 110 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 25mg

  • Sodium: 320mg

  • Potassium: 300mg

  • Carbohydrate: 13g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sugar: 9g

  • Protein: 9g