Citrus Glazed Chicken with Cabbage Rice
This tempting recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a tangy citrus glaze, served over a bed of flavorful cabbage rice. The chicken is perfectly seared to lock in the juices, while the cabbage rice adds a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness. This dish is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and delightful textures.
ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside.
- 2.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 3.
In a separate pot, combine the white rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and cooked through. Fluff with a fork.
- 4.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the shredded cabbage, red bell pepper, and green onions. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
- 5.
Pour the reserved citrus glaze over the cabbage mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the flavors meld together.
- 6.
Serve the seared chicken breasts over a bed of the cabbage rice. Drizzle the remaining citrus glaze over the chicken and rice.
- 7.
Garnish with additional green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.