This easy Chinese recipe is perfect on those days when you want to order Chinese take out, but rather cook at home in only 15 minutes. A healthy version of Mandarin orange chicken, a recipe like from your favorite restaurant. Healthy dinner recipe, otherwise known as tangerine chicken.
This is my favorite healthy version of a popular takeout recipe that contains no refined sugar, is easy to make, and your family will love it.
This recipe pairs well with my Mushroom & Wild Rice Salad. If you love the umami flavor of mushrooms, this will become a favorite.
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💖 Why You'll Love This Healthy Mandarin Chicken Recipe?
- Lower in Carbs - This tangerine chicken recipe only contains 4 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
- Source of Lean Protein - Chicken breast is one of the leanest cuts of poultry that you can prepare.
- Quick Recipe - This healthy take out dinner recipe only takes 15 minutes to prepare.
🥣 Ingredients For Tangerine Chicken Recipe
- Mandarin Oranges - Otherwise known as tangerines, Mandarin oranges are a rich source of vitamin C. It's best to add in the Mandarin oranges at the end before serving. This helps prevent the vitamin C from being destroyed through the cooking process.
- Chicken Breast - I recommend using skinless, boneless chicken breasts. a great source of protein, but rich in vitamins and minerals. Iron, B vitamins, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, and selenium. Chicken is also a great source of B vitamins, which help in energy production, as well as help form red blood cells in the body.
- Coconut Aminos - This is a sauce similar to soy or teriyaki sauce. Coconut aminos are a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce, with a lot less sodium content too.
- Chicken Broth - Since this is a healthy chicken recipe, I recommend using chicken broth for that added deep chicken flavor. However, if you only have vegetable broth, that will also work. I don't recommend beef broth, as the flavor profile will change slightly.
- Coconut Oil - I like this oil, but olive olive also works in this recipe. Use what you have in your pantry.
- Spices - I like a blend of onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cooking healthy doesn't have to be complicated, with a huge list of spices. I kept it simple in this recipe.
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📖 Recipe
Mandarin Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 4 chicken, breast (Boneless & Skinless)
- 1 cup broth, chicken
- 1 15-ounce can oranges, Mandarin (BPA Free)
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pinch sea salt (To Taste)
- 1 pinch black pepper, ground (To Taste)
Optional Toppings:
- onions, green (Sliced)
- peanuts (Chopped)
- cilantro, fresh
Instructions
- Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts,then season with salt and pepper.
- Sear on each side for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Add the broth to the skillet, and use a whisk to scrape any caramelized bits off the bottom of the pan.
- Stir the oranges with juice, tamari, onion powder, and garlic powder into the broth, then spoon the sauce over the tops of the chicken. Add any optional toppings. Serve.
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❄️ Storage
This healthy Mandarin orange chicken makes tasty leftovers. Store tangerine chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Simply reheat and serve for dinner a second or third night, especially if you double the recipe.
This healthy dinner is also perfect stored in the freezer. This makes for a quick meal prep recipe for the month. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to use a freezer safe container.
⭐️ Top Tip
If you have the time to segment Mandarin oranges by hand, then use fresh. However, I usually just buy a can of Mandarin oranges already segmented. This tip saves so much time.
😀 Try This Mandarin Orange Chicken Recipe Today
Easier than ordering takeout delivery. This healthy chicken dinner is perfect for a busy night when you need a quick recipe on the table.
I am sure this Mandarin chicken will become part of your recipe rotation, especially for meal prep during the month.
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