Chicken with Orange Peel, Szechwan Style Recipe

Name: Chicken with Orange Peel, Szechwan Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large orange; 12 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 4 green onions, cut into 2 inch piece; 1 teaspoon gingerroot, minced and peeled; 2 ½ teaspoons cornstarch; ½ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon salad oil; ¼ teaspoon red pepper, crushed

Servings: persons

1 large orange
12 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
4 green onions, cut into 2 inch piece
1 teaspoon gingerroot, minced and peeled
2 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon salad oil
¼ teaspoon red pepper, crushed

1
With vegetable peeler, cut peel from orange into 1 1/2 inch-wide pieces, being careful not to cut into white membrane.
2
Cut pieces into 1 1/2 inch-long strips.
3
On small cookie sheet, let peels dry slightly in 200F oven 30 minutes.
4
Cut chicken into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
5
In medium bowl, mix well chicken, soy sauce, sherry, green onions, red pepper and ginger.
6
In small bowl, mix well cornstarch, sugar, salt and orange juice.
7
Cover and refrigerate both.
8
About 15 minutes before serving: In 10-inch skillet over medium heat, in hot oil, with slotted spoon, stir-fry peels until crisp and edges are slightly browned, about 2 minutes; drain on paper towels.
9
In remaining oil in skillet, over high heat, stir-fry chicken mixture until chicken loses pink color and is tender, about 4 minutes.
10
Stir orange-juice mixture, then add to chicken and stir-fry until mixture is slightly thickened and coats chicken.
11
Spoon onto warm platter; sprinkle with peels.

2362

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

424

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large orange, 12 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, and more.

Yes, Chicken with Orange Peel, Szechwan Style 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.

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Chicken with Orange Peel, Szechwan Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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