ORANGE CHICKEN KORESH IRANIAN

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From Laura Kelley book, The Silk Road Gourmet; looks beautful; it is supposed to be Iranian; sweet and sour.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons oil, sesame
3 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces
2 onions, cut in cresents
2 tablespoons orange zest
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon saffron
3 oranges, peeled in segments
2 carrots, julienned
3 teaspoons almonds, slivered
2 teaspoons pistachio nuts, chopped finely

Steps:

  • Heat sesame oil; saute chicken; remove chicken to a platter.
  • Add onions to oil; add orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; stir.
  • Add chicken back; roll chicken around to coat in the spices.
  • Add orange juice; bring to near boil; cook 20 minutes covered; stir occasionally so it doesn't burn.
  • Cook on low until chicken becomes tender.
  • Combine vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and saffron water in medium saucepan; heat for 10 minutes until hot; add orange segments; stir well.
  • Add carrots, almonds and pistachio nuts to chicken mixture and cook for 15 minutes more.
  • When done add lime juice mixture; stir.
  • Garnish with herbs like cilantro.

Awa Jama
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish didn't turn out as good as I hoped. I think I might have overcooked the chicken.


Enock Ngendahayo
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Nnnssrd Dndnsnsw
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This one definitely fits the bill.


Santana Hardiman
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


RapSTAR Zayn
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and affordable meal.


Tanasha Skinner
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The orange and ginger really complement each other.


Niya Niya
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Md.Khaled Hasan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I would highly recommend it.


Dixon Nexus
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This is the best orange chicken I've ever had. The sauce is perfect.


Davey
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I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Nil Oporajita
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. My family loved it.


Laura Barela
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I'm not a huge fan of oranges, but this dish was surprisingly good. The orange flavor was subtle and not overpowering. I would definitely make this again.


Linda W
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I loved the combination of sweet and sour flavors.


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