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Loading...The creaminess and mellow earthiness of California Avocados balance perfectly with oranges and succulent vegetables in this family-friendly dinner recipe that can be prepared in just 35 minutes. A satisfying one cup serving of this stir-fry provides fewer than 300 calories, and is an excellent source (20% or more Daily Value) of dietary fiber, vitamin A and Vitamin C, a good source (10% or more Daily Value) of iron, and contains 28 grams of protein.
Orange Peel Chicken Stir-Fry with California Avocados
Total Time:
15min
Cook Time:
15min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
290
Calories
14
g
Total Fat
5
g
Dietary Fiber
28
g
Protein
13
g
Total Carbs
Ingredients
Serves: 4| For the sauce: | ||
| 3 | Tbsp. | fresh orange juice |
| 2 | Tbsp. | reduced-sodium soy sauce |
| 2 | tsp. | orange zest |
| 2 | tsp. | cornstarch |
| 1 | tsp. | ground ginger |
| For the stir-fry: | ||
| 1 | Tbsp. | grapeseed or canola oil |
| 1 | lb. | boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced against the grain in 1 1/2–inch strips |
| 1 | cup | sugar snap peas, trimmed |
| 1/2 | cup | red onion, sliced |
| 1 | Tbsp. | garlic, minced |
| 1 | ripe, Fresh California Avocados, peeled, seeded and diced | |
| 1/2 | cup | carrots, grated |
| 1/4 | tsp. | salt |
| As needed | Freshly ground black pepper, to taste |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
To make the stir-fry:
- Heat a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the oil. Add the chicken to the shimmering oil in an even layer and brown on one side, about 5 minutes. Break up the pieces with a wooden spoon.
- Add peas, onion and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is done, about 3 minutes. Stir in the sauce. Add avocados, carrots, salt and pepper. Serve.
To make the sauce: Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Serving Suggestion: Serve over brown rice or noodles with a spinach and cucumber salad with rice wine vinaigrette.
Beverage Pairing: Lime sparkling water or Sauvignon Blanc wine.
* Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 290
Total Fat 14 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Unsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 mg
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Protein 28 g
Total Carbs 13 g
Cholesterol 70 mg
Sodium 490 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Total Sugar 0 g
Vitamin A 2603 IU; Vitamin C 25 mg; Calcium 43 mg; Iron 2 mg
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 50%; Vitamin C 40%; Calcium 4%; Iron 10%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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