Description
Chinese Orange Chicken is a flavorful fusion of crispy, tender chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious and tangy orange sauce. This easy-to-make dish brings a burst of citrus delight to your dinner table, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or a cozy night in. With vibrant colors and an enticing aroma, this recipe will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce and cornstarch. Add chicken and marinate for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together orange juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and garlic.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg