Sticky chicken & blood orange stir fry

Dairy Free
Health score
51%
Sticky chicken & blood orange stir fry
25 min.
1
817kcal

Suggestions

If you're craving a vibrant and flavorful meal that's both quick and satisfying, this Sticky Chicken & Blood Orange Stir Fry is an absolute winner. Bursting with a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes, this recipe elevates everyday chicken stir fry with the zesty brightness of blood orange and the warm kick of fresh ginger. Perfectly glazed in a sticky honey and soy sauce, the tender chicken strips pair beautifully with silky rice noodles and a generous handful of fresh spinach that wilts into the dish, adding a pop of color and a healthy boost.

Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish fits seamlessly into busy weekdays when you want something nourishing without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of sesame and vegetable oils ensures a deep, toasty flavor while helping to crisp up the chicken just right. Finished with a sprinkle of crushed chili flakes, it offers a gentle heat that you can adjust to your liking. Plus, it's dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those avoiding milk products.

This recipe serves one, making it ideal for a wholesome lunch or dinner that feels indulgent yet balanced. The freshness of blood orange juice and zest cuts through the richness of the honeyed glaze, creating a dish that's as exciting on the palate as it is quick to prepare. Serve it with a splash more soy sauce and perhaps a glass of chilled white wine, and you've got yourself a restaurant-quality stir fry right at home. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this dish promises a delightful, nutritious meal that'll have you coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • handfuls spinach leaves roughly chopped (this may seem like a lot but it wilts down)
  •  juice of blood orange finely grated
  • tbsp clear honey 
  • tsp soya sauce 
  • 2.5  cm/1in piece root ginger grated peeled chopped
  •  garlic clove grated finely chopped
  • serving stir fry rice noodles blue (such as Sharwood's or Dragon)
  • tbsp sesame oil 
  • tbsp vegetable oil 
  • large chicken breast skinless sliced into strips
  • serving sprinkling of chilli flakes dried crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • wok
  • colander

Directions

  1. First things first, put the kettle on, tip the spinach into a colander and sit the colander in the sink. Then, in a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest and juice, honey, soy sauce, ginger and garlic a micro whisk is perfect for this job.
  2. Put the noodles in a deep bowl and pour boiling water from the kettle to just cover. Leave to soak for 4 minutes, then very carefully and slowly pour the noodles and water over the spinach in the colander and toss the noodles with the spinach so it wilts.
  3. Drizzle the sesame oil over and mix gently. Put to one side.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok until its very hot, tip in the chicken strips and fry over a high heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown all over.
  5. Pour the orange and honey mix over the chicken. At first it will bubble furiously but after a few moments it will calm down. Bubble and stir the sauce and chicken for 2 minutes until the sauce is thick and shiny and has glazed the chicken.
  6. Tip the noodles, spinach and chilli flakes into the wok with the chicken. Gently toss everything together to warm through, then season with salt and pepper. Pile the noodles and chicken on a plate. A splash more soy sauce and a glass of chilled white wine are the only accompaniments this noodle supper needs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories817kcal
Protein26.11%
Fat38.04%
Carbs35.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
244.77
Glycemic Load
37.07
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
40.513913040576%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
3.54mg
Naringenin
1.99mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
3.85mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
2.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:816.92kcal
40.85%
Fat:34.45g
53.01%
Saturated Fat:5.56g
34.73%
Carbohydrates:73.06g
24.35%
Net Carbohydrates:69.33g
25.21%
Sugar:19.28g
21.42%
Cholesterol:144.64mg
48.21%
Sodium:783.07mg
34.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:53.22g
106.43%
Vitamin K:319.35µg
304.14%
Vitamin A:6316.52IU
126.33%
Vitamin B3:24.81mg
124.07%
Selenium:82.61µg
118.02%
Vitamin B6:1.95mg
97.5%
Phosphorus:616.68mg
61.67%
Manganese:1.03mg
51.26%
Potassium:1358.63mg
38.82%
Vitamin C:28.42mg
34.45%
Vitamin B5:3.43mg
34.29%
Folate:135.1µg
33.77%
Magnesium:128.26mg
32.06%
Vitamin E:3.79mg
25.27%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.49%
Iron:3.6mg
20.02%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.94%
Zinc:2.3mg
15.36%
Fiber:3.73g
14.91%
Copper:0.27mg
13.64%
Calcium:103.27mg
10.33%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.53%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%