Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Why make this recipe

Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a delicious and easy dish that is perfect for busy weeks. This recipe offers a great balance of protein, carbs, and veggies in one bowl. Making these meal prep bowls can save you time and energy during the week since you can prepare several servings at once. Plus, the sweet and tangy flavor from the orange sauce makes this dish a favorite for many.

How to make Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink.
4. Pour the orange sauce mixture over the chicken.
5. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water until smooth, then add to the chicken.
6. Cook until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
7. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Serve chicken over cooked rice with mixed vegetables.
9. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
10. Portion into meal prep bowls for easy lunches or dinners.

How to serve Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

You can serve these meal prep bowls immediately or cover them to store for later. When serving, make sure each bowl has a good amount of chicken, rice, and mixed vegetables. You can add extra garnishes like sesame seeds and green onions on top for extra flavor.

How to store Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Store the meal prep bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator. They can typically last for about 4 to 5 days. If you want to keep them longer, consider freezing the cooked chicken and rice in separate freezer-safe containers.

Tips to make Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

• Marinate the chicken in the orange sauce for a few hours before cooking for more flavor.
• Use fresh vegetables for the best taste and texture.
• Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey, according to your preference.

Variation

You can customize these meal prep bowls by using different proteins like shrimp or tofu if you prefer. You can also try different vegetables, such as snap peas or zucchini, to mix things up.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just make sure to thaw it completely before cooking to ensure even cooking.

Can I make this recipe vegan?
Absolutely! You can substitute the chicken with tofu and use maple syrup or agave in place of honey for a vegan version.

What can I serve with Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls?
These bowls are a complete meal on their own! If you want to add something extra, consider serving them with a side salad or some spring rolls.

Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Delicious and easy Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls perfect for busy weeks, offering a great balance of protein, carbs, and veggies.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course, Meal Prep

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the chicken and sauce

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts Use your preferred cut
• 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed preferred
• 1/2 cup soy sauce Low sodium is an option
• 1/4 cup honey Adjust sweetness to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch For sauce thickening
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking the chicken

For serving

• 4 cups cooked rice White or brown rice works
• 2 cups mixed vegetables e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, carrots
• to taste Salt and pepper
• Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
2. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water until smooth.

Cooking

1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink.
3. Pour the orange sauce mixture over the chicken.
4. Add the cornstarch mixture to the chicken and cook until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

1. Serve chicken over cooked rice with mixed vegetables.
2. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
3. Portion into meal prep bowls for easy lunches or dinners.

Notes

Marinate the chicken in the orange sauce for a few hours for more flavor. Use fresh vegetables for the best taste and texture. Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey, according to your preference.