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Orange Chicken

Orange chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that is known for its sweet and tangy orange flavor. The dish consists of battered, fried chicken pieces that are coated in a sweet and sour orange sauce. The dish is often served over steamed white rice and is a popular item on Chinese-American restaurant menus. Orange chicken can also be easily made at home using a variety of store-bought ingredients.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

  • Step 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Step 2
    Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken cubes in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  • Step 3
    Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  • Step 4
    Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Step 5
    In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Step 6
    Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened.
  • Step 7
    Add the chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.

Comments

Anonymous
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Orange chicken is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Every bite is packed with flavor and is super easy to make! Delicious!
Anonymous
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Orange Chicken is the perfect dish for a tasty dinner. The sweet and tangy orange sauce with chicken makes it a delicious meal. Easy to prepare, it's a great family favorite!
Anonymous
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Orange Chicken by Chef Zhao is amazing! The crispy exterior is perfectly balanced with the sweet and tangy orange sauce. It's the best I've ever tasted!
Anonymous
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Orange Chicken is always delicious! Tender chicken with a delicious orange sauce is an amazing meal. The citrusy flavors work perfectly together. Yum!

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