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Instant Pot Orange Chicken

  • Author: Tina Haupert
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Instant Pot

Description

This Instant Pot Orange Chicken is a delicious, high-protein recipe that is a healthier version of your takeout favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Place chicken in the instant pot.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Carefully open the lid and remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  5. Add the flour/arrowroot powder to the instant pot liquid and mix well to thicken. 
  6. Add the chicken back to the thickened sauce. Divide evenly between plates and top with cilantro, if using. Enjoy!

Keywords: orange chicken