Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry
A quick stir fry with half orange juice and half soy sauce for a tangy-salty glaze over tender chicken and crisp vegetables. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 27 minutes pairs fresh orange juice, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced into strips chicken breast
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh, grated ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 2, sliced scallions
- 1 tsp mixed with 2 tsp water cornstarch
- 1 tsp, toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup fresh orange juice and 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce to create the half-and-half sauce.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast strips and stir-fry for 5 minutes until opaque and starting to brown.
- Step 4: Toss in 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Pour in the half-and-half orange-soy sauce mixture and add 1 teaspoon cornstarch slurry; cook and stir for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats chicken and vegetables.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced scallions and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh orange juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-and-Half Citrus Chicken Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
