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Orange Chicken Recipe

Crispy fried chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and tangy orange glaze with hints of ginger and garlic.The ultimate takeout fake-out! This homemade Orange Chicken is just as delicious and way easier to make than you think.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time21 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, asian, Chinese
Servings: 6
Author: Kellie
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • 1 skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup green onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine mirin
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced

Instructions

  • Place the chicken on a plate and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • While the oil is heating, dredge half the chicken in the cornstarch mixture and then add to the pan in a single layer with the oil.
  • Cook the chicken until golden brown on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer to a clean plate or platter and repeat with the remaining chicken. (Be sure to work in batches so the chicken gets golden brown instead of crowding the pan which will steam the chicken.)
  • While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, orange zest, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, green onion, rice wine and cornstarch in a medium bowl.
  • Heat the olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Turn the heat to low and stir in the sauce mixture.
  • Simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes or until beginning to thicken.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  • Serve immediately over rice, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 924mg | Potassium: 726mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg