orange chicken and broccoli skillet

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Orange Chicken & Broccoli Skillet

This protein-packed orange chicken and broccoli skillet casserole is a vibrant dish that combines the sweet and zesty flavor of oranges with the savory richness of chicken thighs. Baked together with fresh, crisp broccoli and hearty brown rice, it’s a complete meal that’s both nutritious and easy to clean up.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola or avocado
  • 6 (6-ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh ginger
  • 1½ teaspoons cornstarch, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 (8.8-ounce) packages precooked microwaveable brown rice
  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced scallions
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds