Description
Chinese Orange Chicken is a delightful fusion of crispy chicken and a sweet-tangy orange sauce that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring satisfaction with every bite. With vibrant colors and enticing aromas, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 3–4 pieces)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, orange juice, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar to create the marinade.
- Add chicken to the marinade; let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture into the skillet with leftover marinade; simmer until thickened.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles, drizzling extra sauce on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg