Mandarin Orange Chicken Oamc Recipe

This quick and easy Mandarin Orange Chicken recipe is perfect for Once-a-Month Cooking (OAMC)! Adapted from Mimi Wilson and Mary Beth Lagerborg's classic method, this recipe yields a delicious, flavorful chicken dish ready in minutes. Save time and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal any night of the week with this freezer-friendly recipe. Prepare it once, enjoy it multiple times!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 499.3 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Chicken Oamc

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How to Make Mandarin Orange Chicken Oamc

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the mushrooms, stirring quickly to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed), 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, and 2 chicken bouillon cubes. Stir until smooth.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to low, add 1.5 pounds of cooked chicken (cubed or shredded), and simmer for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  6. Let the chicken mixture cool completely. Transfer to a 4-cup freezer-safe container and freeze.
  7. To serve: Thaw the chicken mixture overnight in the refrigerator. Cook rice according to package directions.
  8. Heat the chicken mixture in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly.
  9. Stir in 1 (11-ounce) can of mandarin oranges, drained, and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Serve the Mandarin Orange Chicken over hot cooked rice.
  11. Suggested sides: apple spinach salad

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

18g

Carbs

20g

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