Orange Chicken Stir-Fry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Orange Chicken Stir-Fry
25 min.
15
120kcal

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If you're searching for a dish that brings together vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, look no further than this delightful Orange Chicken Stir-Fry! Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family night, this dish shines with its beautiful combination of tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and the zesty sweetness of orange marmalade. Not only does it tempt your taste buds, but it's also gluten-free and dairy-free, ensuring everyone at the table can enjoy it.

Ready in just 25 minutes and serving up to 15 people, this stir-fry is an ideal solution for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. The earthy note of five-spice powder combined with the crunch of toasted almonds and the fresh bite of scallions creates a mouthwatering experience that’s both quick and satisfying. Plus, with only 120 calories per serving, you can indulge without any guilt!

Whether enjoyed as a light appetizer, a tantalizing snack, or part of a more elaborate feast, this Orange Chicken Stir-Fry is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it embodies the joy of home-cooked meals. Gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon spice powder 
  • 0.3 cup almonds toasted sliced
  • cups broccoli florets 
  • cups brown rice cooked for serving, optional
  • tablespoons soya sauce low-sodium
  • 0.3 cup orange marmalade 
  • 15 servings salt and pepper 
  •  scallions dark light white green separated thinly sliced
  • pound chicken breasts boneless skinless cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Cook until bright green, about 1 minute; drain.
  3. Season chicken with salt, pepper and 5-spice powder. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook for 1 minute without stirring. Continue to cook, stirring, until cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add white and light green parts of scallions. Saut for 30 seconds. Stir in broccoli, marmalade and soy sauce. Cook, stirring, until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  5. Serve over brown rice, if desired, sprinkled with scallion greens and almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein27.51%
Fat29.14%
Carbs43.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.75
Glycemic Load
3.32
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.1273912534766%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.19mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
1.94mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:120.09kcal
6%
Fat:3.98g
6.12%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.75%
Carbohydrates:13.31g
4.44%
Net Carbohydrates:11.79g
4.29%
Sugar:4.83g
5.37%
Cholesterol:19.35mg
6.45%
Sodium:318.37mg
13.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.45g
16.89%
Vitamin K:33.12µg
31.54%
Vitamin C:22.86mg
27.71%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.42%
Vitamin B3:3.78mg
18.89%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.92%
Selenium:10.45µg
14.93%
Phosphorus:115.26mg
11.53%
Magnesium:32.47mg
8.12%
Potassium:244.74mg
6.99%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.93%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.3%
Fiber:1.52g
6.08%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.57%
Folate:21.58µg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.72%
Vitamin A:189.44IU
3.79%
Iron:0.68mg
3.77%
Copper:0.07mg
3.71%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.62%
Calcium:27.93mg
2.79%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes