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Paleo Orange Chicken and Broccoli

5/24/2021

Paleo Orange Chicken and Broccoli

I haven’t been this excited about a recipe in a long time, friends! Get ready for the most delicious & healthy One-Pan Paleo Orange Chicken & Broccoli, made with a bunch of simple & fresh ingredients, without any of the added sweeteners that you see in so many recipes, and simplified by using broccoli florets that are all chopped and ready to throw into the pan so it comes together super quickly! You’ll love this easy & healthy spin on everyone’s favorite take-out!

Ingredients:
For the chicken:
1.5 lbs organic chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt & pepper
2 tbsp arrowroot flour
3 tbsp avocado oil
1 bag broccoli florets
2 tbsp water

For the sauce:
½ cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1-inch knob fresh ginger, minced
2 tbsp rice vinegar
½ tsp arrowroot flour
1 tbsp orange zest

Garnish: orange zest, chopped green onion, toasted sesame seeds, & (optional) red pepper flakes

Serves 3.

Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, place in a bowl & season w/ salt & pepper. Add 2 tbsp arrowroot & toss the chicken to coat it evenly.
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken & sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until starting to brown but not fully cooked through. Transfer to a plate & set aside.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, combine orange juice, coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, & rice vinegar. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Once simmering, add ½ tsp arrowroot flour & continue to stir until thickened.
Add the chicken back into the skillet, toss in the sauce & stir in orange zest.
Push chicken to one side of the skillet, making room for the broccoli. Add broccoli florets plus 2 tbsp water, cover with a lid until the broccoli steams and the chicken is cooked through, about 5 min.
Once the broccoli is tender, season it with salt & pepper, then transfer your chicken & broccoli to a bowl. Garnish with a little more orange zest, green onions, & sprinkle with toasted sesames seeds (and some red pepper flakes if desired). DIG IN!