SPICED MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN

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You'll want to add this jazzed-up chicken dish to your regular rotation of healthy poultry meals. The great orange and soy flavors meld perfectly with the herbs and spices. -Elizabeth Hackett, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, cinnamon, cloves and pepper. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil and butter for 6-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. , In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, brown sugar and soy sauce. Remove chicken and keep warm. Add orange juice mixture to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add oranges; heat through. , Serve chicken with rice and orange sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Zx Osthir
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen chicken breasts, which makes it a great weeknight meal. The sauce is tangy and sweet, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Md shine Khan
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I'm not a fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was perfectly balanced and the chicken was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abu bakkar
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasir Khawaja
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I love that it's not too sweet or too sour.


Rehana Ismail
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen chicken breasts, which makes it a great weeknight meal. The sauce is tangy and sweet, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Subash Bista
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I'm not a fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was perfectly balanced and the chicken was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tanvir Foysal
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


rose kaindi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I love that it's not too sweet or too sour.


Tshepang Mthombeni
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen chicken breasts, which makes it a great weeknight meal. The sauce is tangy and sweet, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Irtaza ALI
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I'm not a fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was perfectly balanced and the chicken was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Mwalimu kaingu
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Ozodbek Sadullayev
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I love that it's not too sweet or too sour.


Alhaji Namishow
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use frozen chicken breasts, which makes it a great weeknight meal. The sauce is tangy and sweet, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Mbekezeli Mandoda
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it over rice, but it would also be great with noodles or vegetables.


M R Muhammed
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Suraj Uranw
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I'm not a big fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was perfectly balanced and the chicken was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashley Boyer
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was tangy and sweet.


Raja Faisal kiyani
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.