Easy Orange Chicken Recipe for a Delicious Meal

Learn how to make the beloved Chinese-American dish of Orange Chicken with this easy recipe. This meal will surely be a hit, featuring crispy chicken in a tangy orange sauce.

Orange Chicken is a classic Chinese-American dish that is loved for its crispy chicken pieces and tangy orange sauce. While it may seem complicated, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious and authentic Orange Chicken that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparation:

1. In a shallow dish, mix together the cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the cornstarch mixture and toss to coat.
3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
6. In a small saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, orange zest, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
7. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
8. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and pour the sauce over the chicken.
9. Toss the chicken to coat in the sauce.
10. Serve immediately with rice and steamed vegetables.

Tips and Tricks:

• Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
• Garnish with additional orange zest for extra flavor.

Variants:

• Add vegetables such as broccoli or bell peppers to the skillet for a more colorful and nutritious meal.
• Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for a different texture.
• Make a vegetarian version with tofu or tempeh instead of chicken.

Orange Chicken is a classic Chinese-American dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious and authentic Orange Chicken that will satisfy your craving for Chinese takeout.