Description
Cilantro Orange Chicken Bites are a delightful fusion of flavors that bring together juicy chicken pieces, a zesty orange sauce, and fresh cilantro. Ideal for game nights or casual dinners, these bites are easy to prepare and bursting with taste. Serve them as appetizers or over rice for a satisfying meal that will leave your guests asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, honey, and minced garlic.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the sauce until well coated.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with additional cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg