Description
Orange chicken is a delightful fusion of tender, crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. This homemade version captures the essence of your favorite Chinese takeout while being easy to prepare in your own kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this vibrant dish promises a burst of flavor that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice and cornstarch until smooth. Pour into the skillet after removing chicken; simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles, drizzling extra sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 363
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg