ORANGE CHICKEN AND VEGGIES WITH RICE

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A flavorful orange glaze coats tender pieces of chicken and fresh vegetables in this recipe that's sure to bring praises to the chef. Taste of Home Test Kitchen - Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 tablespoon plus 1/3 cup cornstarch, divided
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, salt and pepper; set aside., Place remaining cornstarch in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in 2 tablespoons oil for 7-9 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute carrots in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add green pepper and onion; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 470mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Shantel Nothando
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Ilsa Hernandez
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are easy to make and delicious. This orange chicken and veggies with rice fit the bill perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


FIYORI FIKADU BEKELE
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This dish is always a hit with my kids. They love the crispy chicken and the sweet and tangy sauce. I also like that it's a healthy meal that's packed with vegetables.


Roland Harms
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use different types of vegetables, depending on what I have on hand. I also like to add a little bit of heat to the sauce by adding some red pepper flakes.


Yamen Haddad
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The chicken is always crispy and juicy, and the veggies are cooked perfectly. The orange sauce is also very flavorful.


Mbk Imran
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use different vegetables, depending on what I have on hand.


Dark Eshan
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The orange sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


Mnnur Bd
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


salimu mwalibuwa
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are easy to make and delicious. This orange chicken and veggies with rice fit the bill perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Elizabeth Wambui
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This dish is always a hit with my kids. They love the crispy chicken and the sweet and tangy sauce. I also like that it's a healthy meal that's packed with vegetables.


Bahadar Khan
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use different types of vegetables, depending on what I have on hand. I also like to add a little bit of heat to the sauce by adding some red pepper flakes.


Hoti Khan
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and veggies cook in one pan, so there's less cleanup. The orange sauce is also very flavorful and easy to make.


Nerd Z
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the crispy chicken and the flavorful orange sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Hafsa Nuur
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the veggies were cooked perfectly. The orange sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


FLEX JP
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I'm not a huge fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ogboo Oluchukwu Martins
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is always crispy and juicy, the veggies are tender, and the rice is fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


John Hosten
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The orange sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Silvy Saturn
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This orange chicken and veggies with rice was a hit with my family! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, the veggies were tender-crisp, and the rice was fluffy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.