Orange Chicken
Experience a burst of flavor with this homemade orange chicken—a perfect blend of tender chicken and a sweet, tangy glaze that rivals your favorite takeout. Quick to prepare, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, bringing family and friends together in a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 pieces)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding; cook until golden brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg