Sticky Orange Chicken With Broccoli
This Sticky Orange Chicken With Broccoli is bursting with vibrant flavors and a luscious, sticky orange glaze. Juicy chicken and crisp broccoli make a perfect, easy weeknight meal!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- sesame seeds for garnish
- green onions sliced for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
Mix the Cornstarch Slurry
- In another small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water until smooth. This slurry will thicken your sauce later.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the hot pan in a single layer and cook for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Sauté the Broccoli
- In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Combine Sauce and Chicken
- Return the chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the orange sauce over and stir to coat evenly.
Thicken the Sauce
- Give the cornstarch slurry a quick stir and pour it into the skillet. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens, becomes glossy and sticky, clinging to the chicken and broccoli.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Equipment
- Large non-stick skillet or wok
- Mixing bowls
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Citrus juicer
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best citrus flavor and avoid bitterness.
- Do not overcook chicken thighs to keep them juicy and tender.
- Stir-fry broccoli quickly to maintain a crisp texture and vibrant color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a different sweetener option.
