Orange Chicken
Orange chicken is a beloved dish that combines crispy, tender chicken with a vibrant sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers bold flavors and an eye-catching presentation. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a meal that will have your family asking for seconds. Serve it over rice or alongside steamed veggies for a complete dinner experience that rivals your favorite takeout.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger; reserve half for marinating the chicken for 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per batch).
- In another pan, combine remaining marinade and orange juice over medium heat; simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth; add to the simmering sauce to achieve desired thickness.
- Toss crispy chicken in the sauce and coat evenly; serve warm over rice or with veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg