Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chicken; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-1/2A A cubes); 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 egg (beaten); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; oil (for frying); Orange Sauce; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/3 cup rice vinegar; 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon orange zest (grated); 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon gingerroot (minced); 1/2 teaspoon garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

Chicken
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-1/2A A cubes)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg (beaten)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
oil (for frying)
Orange Sauce
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon orange zest (grated)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon gingerroot (minced)
1/2 teaspoon garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

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1. Combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture and shake in flour mixture to coat. Deep fry chicken in batches at 375u00b0F in a deep fryer (or use a wok) until completely cooked.
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i2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan combine 1 1/2 cups water, lemon juice, orange juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. Blend well over medium heat for a few minutes. Stir in brown sugar, orange zest, ginger garlic, and onion. Bring to a boil.
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3. Combine 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and mix thoroughly. Slowly stir cornstarch mixture into sauce until it thickens. Pour sauce over breaded chicken, and if desired add red pepper flakes and garnish with green onions. Serve with some rice and a salad and enjoy.

857

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chicken, 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-1/2A A cubes), 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 egg (beaten), and more.

Yes, Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken

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