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Ground Orange Chicken

This quick and healthy ground orange chicken dish uses ground turkey or chicken for a lighter, savory-sweet twist that's loaded with flavor and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Ground chicken Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1 cup Broccoli florets, fresh or frozen Fresh is preferable for crunch.
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Fresh herbs for garnish.
  • 1 ea bell pepper, red or green Add color and sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger, minced Provides warmth and spice.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped For depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Snap peas, fresh or frozen For added crunch.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Honey or maple syrup For sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar For acidity.
  • 1/2 cup Orange juice, fresh Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 1 tsp Red pepper flakes Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds For garnish and crunch.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil For cooking and flavor.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice, cooked Steamed rice to serve with the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground chicken and break it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring often, until it's light brown and cooked through.
Cooking the Vegetables
  1. Add the chopped bell pepper, broccoli florets, and snap peas to the skillet. Toss to combine and sauté for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables are bright and tender-crisp.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, orange juice, and cornstarch until smooth.
Combining Everything
  1. Pour the sauce over the meat and vegetables in the skillet, stirring immediately to coat.
  2. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the ingredients.
Serving
  1. Stir in the chopped green onions and serve the mixture over the cooked rice.
  2. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, and red pepper flakes.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and be careful not to overcook the vegetables. This meal is highly adaptable based on your pantry and dietary needs.