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Orange Sesame Chicken Quinoa

Delicious and easy orange sesame chicken quinoa, so healthy and something the whole family will love!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Keyword orange chicken, sesame chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 241kcal
Author The Seasoned Mom

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups quinoa
  • 3 navel oranges peeled and segments diced
  • 1 cup cooked diced chicken
  • ½ cup shelled edamame can substitute with peas
  • 4 green onions sliced
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Rinse and drain the quinoa in a strainer. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  • Place quinoa in a large bowl. Stir in orange segments, chicken, edamame, and green onion.
  • Prepare vinaigrette by placing orange juice, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and orange zest in a jar. Shake until completely combined.
  • Dress quinoa mixture with the vinaigrette. Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
  • Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold.

Notes

  • Serve this dish at room temperature or cold
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days
  • You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover roast chicken to speed things up 
  • Feel free to add in extra veggies
  • Couscous would also work well in the recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 48.8mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2.6mg