NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.25 cup cooked brown rice

1 cup broccoli florets

0.5 cup sliced red bell pepper

0.25 cup fresh orange juice

1 tsp orange zest

1 tbsp tamari

1 tsp honey

1 tsp grated fresh ginger

1 clove minced garlic

1 tsp arrowroot powder

1 tsp toasted sesame oil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, orange zest, tamari, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and arrowroot powder to create the glaze.

• 2

  Season the chicken breast pieces with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the toasted sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.

• 5

  Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.

• 6

  Add the broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper to the same skillet, adding a tablespoon of water to steam-sauté until tender-crisp.

• 7

  Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the orange glaze over the chicken and vegetables.

• 8

  Stir the mixture constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that coats everything evenly.

• 9

  Serve the orange chicken and vegetables over the warm cooked brown rice immediately.