Orange Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, orange zest, orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, brown sugar, ginger, garlic powder, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
3. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in green onions and cook for 1 minute more.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy orange flavor
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Crunchy and colorful vegetables
• Savory and flavorful sauce

User Comments:

• "Absolutely delicious! The orange sauce is so good, I could eat it on its own."
• "My family loved this stir-fry. It's easy to make and packed with flavor."
• "This is my go-to recipe for a quick and healthy dinner."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For crispier chicken, marinate in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
• If you don't have rice vinegar, substitute with white vinegar mixed with a little sugar.
• Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.