Orange Chicken
Dinner · Chinese
Crispy golden chicken tossed in a bright, citrusy glaze with just the right balance of sweet and tangy-an addictive weeknight favorite.
Recipe code PJGBWE · enter it in Anychef
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
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Save this recipeInstructions
- Step 1 of 6
Cut chicken breast into bite-sized chunks and toss with cornstarch and salt.
- Step 2 of 6
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Working in batches, cook chicken until golden on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3 of 6
In a small bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Step 4 of 6
Return skillet to medium heat and pour in the sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring often.
- Step 5 of 6
Return chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Step 6 of 6
Serve over steamed rice with sesame seeds.
