Spicy Sesame Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Sesame Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon hot chili powder; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, pounded to an even thickness; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons Asian seasoning

Servings: persons

1
Place the orange peel zest, garlic, ginger, chili powder, sesame oil and orange juice in a large non-reactive shallow bowl and stir to combine.
2
Add the chicken and mix well.
3
Cover and refrigerate at least 1/2 hour and up to overnight, mixing from time to time.
4
Remove and discard as much of the marinade as possible.
5
Sprinkle the chicken with the salt and pepper.
6
Prepare a grill or place a large cast iron or non-stick skillet over high heat and when it is hot, add the chicken breasts one at a time, waiting about 30 seconds between additions.
7
Cook until well browned and cooked throughout, about 5 minutes per side.
8
Transfer the chicken to a platter, sprinkle with the Asian seasoning and serve immediately.

413

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon orange zest, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon hot chili powder, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sesame 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.

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Spicy Sesame Orange Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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