Chinese Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Chinese Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 in chunks; 1 C 2T cornstarch, divided; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 C vegetable oil; 1/2 t sesame seeds; 1 green onion, thinly sliced; For marinade:; 1 C chicken broth; 1/2 C oj; 1/2 C sugar; 1/3 C white vinegar; 1/4 C soy sauce; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 T orange zest; 1t Sriracha or more to taste; 1/4 t ground ginger; 1/4 t white pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 in chunks
1 C 2T cornstarch, divided
2 large eggs, beaten
1 C vegetable oil
1/2 t sesame seeds
1 green onion, thinly sliced
For marinade:
1 C chicken broth
1/2 C oj
1/2 C sugar
1/3 C white vinegar
1/4 C soy sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 T orange zest
1t Sriracha or more to taste
1/4 t ground ginger
1/4 t white pepper

1
Whisk broth, oj, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, & white pepper in large bowl.
2
In gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and 2/3 C of marinade; marinate @ least 30 minutes, turning bag occasionally. Drain chicken from marinade, discarding marinade
3
Heat remaining marinade in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir in 2 T cornstarch combined w 2T water. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened about 1-2; keep warm.
4
Working one at a time, dip the chicken into the eggs, then dredge in remaining 1 C cornstarch, pressing to coat.
5
Heat vegetable oil in large saucepan. Working in batches, add chicken and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 1-2 min. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; discard excess oil.
6
Serve chicken immediately, tossed or drizzled w marinade, garnished w sesame seeds and green onion if desired

1440

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* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 in chunks, 1 C 2T cornstarch, divided, 2 large eggs, beaten, 1 C vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chinese 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.

Chinese Orange Chicken

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