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orange chicken

Orange Chicken: 5 Irresistible Secrets to Perfect Flavor

A popular Chinese dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes.
  2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir well.
  5. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot over rice.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer red pepper flakes.
  • Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: orange chicken, chicken recipes, Chinese cuisine