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