Description
This Instant Pot Orange Chicken is a delicious, high-protein recipe that is a healthier version of your takeout favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (skinless, boneless, cut into cubes)
- 1/3 cup orange juice + orange zest to taste
- 2 1/2 tbsps coconut aminos
- 2 tbsps apple cider vinegar
- ½ tbsp powdered ginger
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 1/2 tsp all-purpose flour or arrowroot powder for gluten-free
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken in the instant pot.
- In a small bowl, add the orange juice, zest, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and garlic and mix well. Pour into the instant pot.
- Put the lid on and set to “sealing” then press manual/pressure cooker and cook for 10 minutes on high pressure. Once finished, do a quick release.
- Carefully open the lid and remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Add the flour/arrowroot powder to the instant pot liquid and mix well to thicken.
- Add the chicken back to the thickened sauce. Divide evenly between plates and top with cilantro, if using. Enjoy!
Keywords: orange chicken