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This Orange Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner you can make in just 20 minutes. Tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, and a tangy orange sauce come together in one skillet for a meal that’s easy to prepare and simple to clean up. The combination of fresh orange juice, garlic, ginger, and savory tamari or coconut aminos creates a sauce that’s both sweet and zesty, coating every bite perfectly.
As a nutritionist, I love that this recipe is naturally gluten free, high in lean protein, and full of antioxidants from fresh broccoli. It’s a balanced, satisfying option for busy nights when you still want something wholesome on the table. Serve it over jasmine rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal that’s both family-friendly and customizable.
If you’re looking for more easy broccoli recipes to keep on hand, I’ve shared a few favorites.
What You’ll Love About This Dish
- Quick and Convenient – Ready in 20 minutes with just one skillet, making weeknight cooking stress-free.
- Healthy and Balanced – Lean protein, fiber-packed broccoli, and nutrient-rich ingredients make this a wholesome option you can feel good about.
- Family Approved – Sweet and savory flavors with just a touch of spice keep both kids and adults coming back for seconds.
- Customizable – Serve with rice, noodles, or veggie alternatives for a meal that fits your preferences.
Tips for Success
- Use Fresh Citrus – Freshly squeezed orange juice and zest give the sauce its bright, fresh flavor.
- Prep Ahead – Chop the chicken and broccoli before heating the skillet to speed things up even more.
- Adjust the Spice – Increase sriracha or red pepper flakes for more heat, or omit them for a mild version.
- Don’t Overcook the Veggies – Broccoli should stay bright green and slightly crisp for the best texture and nutrition.
Serving & Storage
This Orange Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is delicious served over fluffy jasmine rice, nutty brown rice, or light cauliflower rice for a lower carb option. You can also toss it with soba noodles or quinoa for variety.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to keep the chicken tender and the sauce smooth.
Orange Chicken and Broccoli Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 large head of broccoli
- Juice of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp of orange zest
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup Tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos, for Paleo
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp sriracha
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
- Heat up a large skillet or wok to medium high heat and add coconut oil, garlic, onion, and minced ginger. Lower to medium heat. While the mixture is cooking, chop up chicken and broccoli.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes or until onions are clear, add chicken and broccoli.
- Cook for about 10 minutes until chicken is no longer pink and broccoli becomes crisp. While cooking, whisk together orange juice, zest, sesame oil, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), honey, sriracha, and red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
- Pour over chicken and broccoli. Cook for another 2-3 minutes on low heat.
- Serve hot and garnish with sesame seeds.
This is so tasty & satisfying! I added some mandarin oranges right at the end of cooking to make the orange flavor pop even more. Also mixed in some cornstarch with the orange juice to thicken up the juices a bit. Even subscribed to your newsletter because of this recipe…
Where or when do you use the
“2 tbsp sesame oil”? Thanks