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Garlic Orange Chicken Stir Fry

This is the best simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you’ll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. A healthy dinner recipe the whole family will love.

The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

There’s nothing faster than a stir fry for busy weeknight when you need to get supper on the table – quick!

INGREDIENTS TO MAKE THIS ORANGE GARLIC CHICKEN STIR FRY RECIPE

  • Chicken – boneless skinless chicken breasts are used here, but chicken thighs are a tasty sub.
  • Broccoli – bags of frozen florets in the freezer means you always have the makings for a stir fry. Thaw before using.
  • Cauliflower – fresh or frozen, both are equally fine.
  • Garlic – pre-minced garlic is a super time-saver for meal prep.
  • Orange Juice – fresh or from the carton are both fine. No orange juice? Substitute chicken broth.
  • Soy Sauce – low-sodium, regular or substituting low carb Tamari will all give stir fry sauce nice flavor.
  • Honey
  • Cornstarch – this is an essential for quickly thickening the sauce. Using 1 teaspoon of Xantham Gum can be a low carb alternative.

The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

You can use any vegetables you want here. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, snap peas, zucchini – they’ll all work fine. Leftovers are great too. Best advice – try to use veggies that are all cut the same size and will cook in about the same time.

The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces for quick cooking. You could also swap out the chicken for beef, pork or shrimp. Going meatless? Mushrooms or tofu are great substitutes and add bulk to the stir-fry.

The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

Pairing the flavor of orange with the garlic is what makes this dish so tasty and fresh. If you don’t like orange, you can substitute chicken broth for the orange juice.

The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

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The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. A healthy dinner recipe the whole family will love.
4.67 from 3 votes
Prep Time :10 minutes
Cook Time :20 minutes
Total Time :30 minutes
Servings :4
Calories :241
Course :Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into bite-size cubes
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp orange zest optional

Instructions 

  • In large pan over medium-high heat, heat 1 TBSP oil. Add broccoli and cauliflower to the pan. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp. Transfer to plate and set aside.
  • To the pan, add remaining oil and heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned on all sides and at least 165°F on instant read thermometer 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minutes until fragrant.
  • In a small bowl whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey and cornstarch, Pour over chicken and vegetables. Stir continuously until sauce starts to thicken. Remove from heat and serve.

Chef Tips

Chicken broth can be substituted for the orange juice

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
241
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
73
mg
24
%
Sodium
 
965
mg
42
%
Potassium
 
712
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
18
g
6
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
11
g
12
%
Protein
 
28
g
56
%
Vitamin A
 
348
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
 
63
mg
76
%
Calcium
 
41
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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The BEST simple Orange Garlic Chicken Stir Fry you'll ever make. Chunks of chicken, healthy broccoli and cauliflower coated in a easy sweet and savory sauce. #mustlovehomecooking #stirfry

 

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2 Comments

  1. Hi Earl, I’m so glad you loved it! That cauliflower rice sounds delicious…awesome idea for serving! Thanks for letting us know!😋

  2. earl

    4 stars
    LOVE IT LOVE IT,, I put it on a small bed of cooked bed of cauliflower rice, to soak up the wonderfull sauce

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