Trader Joe's Mandarin Orange Chicken has been a customer favorite for years, but we’ve avoided using it in our recipes because of the high sodium content.

However, we’ve had so many requests, that we decided to come up with a way to reduce the sodium while still enjoying the delicious tender chicken, crispy breading, and sweet & spicy orange sauce.

The package includes two sauce packets, but we’re using just one to keep the sodium & calories in check. You can save the 2nd packet for a future meal, like a basic stir fry with rice, veggies, and protein.

Makes 2 servings
All ingredients purchased @ Trader Joe's

Ingredients:

• ½ pouch Frozen Rice (brown or medley)
• 1 package Mandarin Orange Chicken (frozen)
• 12 oz Broccoli Florets

Directions:

1. Make the brown rice according to package instructions.

2. Open the Orange Chicken, remove 1 packet of sauce, and return it to the freezer for future use. (See note above.)

3. Spray pan with oil & preheat on medium. Add the Orange Chicken and broccoli florets. Cover and cook 4 minutes.

4. Remove lid & sauté 4 more minutes. Turn regularly to evenly heat the chicken pieces until crisp & golden.

5. Add ONE sauce packet. Stir & cook 1 more minute.

6. Divide the rice & the chicken-broccoli mixture onto two plates. Enjoy!

*Prefer a vegetarian version? Replace the package of Mandarin Orange Chicken with a package of Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels.