Lighter Instant Pot Orange Chicken

Name: Lighter Instant Pot Orange Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Chinese, American
Ingredients: 2 lb Chicken Breast; 1 tbsp Coconut Aminos; 0.25 cup Cornstarch; 0.25 tsp Five-Spice; 1 tsp Fresh Ginger; 1 tsp Garlic; 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder; 0.33 cup Orange Juice; 0.5 tsp Salt; 1 tbsp Sugar; 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil; 0.25 cup Water; 1 tbsp White Vinegar

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Lighter Instant Pot Orange Chicken balances bright citrus with a gentle sweetness and a hint of warm spice from five-spice, garlic, and ginger. Tender bites of chicken are coated in a glossy orange sauce that’s tangy and satisfying without feeling heavy. It’s great for a quick weeknight dinner and pairs nicely with steamed rice or veggies.

Prep10 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves2
DifficultyEasy

1

Turn on a multi-function pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute setting. Add the oil.
2

In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and Chinese five-spice powder. Add the chicken, toss to coat, and shake off any excess.
3

Saute the coated chicken in the hot oil in the pressure cooker pot until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove the chicken and let it drain on a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Clean the pressure cooker pot.
4

Turn the pressure cooker back on and select the Saute setting. Add the orange juice, water, vinegar, coconut aminos, cornstarch, sugar, garlic, and ginger to the pot and cook, whisking often, until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the cooked chicken and toss to coat.