How to Make Mandarin Chicken Saute - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking dinner, it’s always great to have a go-to recipe that is not only delicious, but also quick and easy to make. That’s where this mandarin chicken saute comes in. This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a homemade meal that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. The combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy mandarin sauce makes for a satisfying and flavorful meal that the whole family will love.

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 6 small orange jelly beans
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons minced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown chicken in oil for 2 to 3 minutes, then reduce heat to low. Cover and saute for 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, combine the broth, vinegar, honey, jelly beans, red pepper flakes, garlic and ginger root. Simmer over medium heat until liquid is reduced by half, then remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Remove jelly beans from sauce; stir in almonds and green onion. Slice reserved chicken and place on a platter. Spoon sauce over the top and garnish with jelly beans and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    207 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 369mg