ORANGE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RICE BOWLS
ORANGE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RICE BOWLS
Orange chicken and broccoli rice bowls are a gluten-free meal loaded with sweet and savory spicy flavors. This dish is made with paleo-friendly ingredients. The chicken is baked instead of fried for a healthier meal.
Orange chicken and broccoli rice bowls are a gluten-free meal loaded with sweet and savory spicy flavors. This popular dish is made with paleo-friendly ingredients.
INGREDIENTS
- 1/3 cup mandarin oranges , (60g) peeled, plus more slices for topping
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce , (15ml) or Sriracha, 2 tablespoons for extra spicy
- 1 tablespoon lime juice , (15ml)
- 3 tablespoons orange marmalade , (45ml)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt , plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper , plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion , (40g)
- 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar , (45ml)
- 1/4 cup olive oil , (60ml)
- 3 tablespoons gluten-freee tamari , (45ml)
- 16 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast , (454g)
- 1 pound broccoli florets , (454g) blended in food processor
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil , (10ml)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeeds , (10g)
INSTRUCTIONS
- To make the marinade, blend the orange slices, chili sauce, lime juice, orange marmalade, salt, pepper, garlic, red onion, and rice wine vinegar in a blender or food processor until thoroughly mixed.
- Add the olive oil and tamari and blend again until creamy.
- Add the chicken pieces in a single layer in a casserole dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and marinate at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF (218ºC). Bake the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes. Set oven to broil for the last minute of cooking.
- To make the broccoli rice, steam the blended broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with sesame oil for 45 seconds.
- Add the sesame seeds to the rice, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Equally divide the broccoli rice amount the bowl, then add the chicken.
- Garnish with the orange slices, red chili pepper flakes, and cilantro. Drizzle on extra tamari or use for dipping.
RECIPE NOTES
Suggested toppings: Lime slices, crushed red chili pepper flakes, cilantro, tamari.
Recipe Adapted From ORANGE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RICE BOWLS @ jessicagavin.com