Go Back

Cilantro Orange Chicken Bites with Zesty Flavor

Cilantro Orange Chicken Bites made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breast diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken in orange juice, zest, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. If using, add red pepper flakes during the last minute of cooking for added spice.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with additional chopped cilantro before serving.
  6. Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce or over a bed of rice.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!