Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Chinese Orange Chicken, featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. This dish is perfect for any occasion, combining the freshness of oranges with savory soy sauce and aromatic garlic, creating a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal that captures the essence of home-cooked comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 large fresh oranges (juice and zest)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown (4-5 minutes) and drain on paper towels.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; return all chicken to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Stir gently to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 200g
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate bell peppers or broccoli during cooking. Adjust sweetness by modifying brown sugar levels based on personal taste. To make it healthier, consider baking the chicken instead of frying.