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Orange Chicken Recipe

A delicious and tangy orange chicken recipe that's perfect for dinner.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
  • ¼ cup Orange juice
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Orange zest
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4. Add soy sauce, orange juice, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and orange zest. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  5. 5. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
  6. 6. Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Orange Chicken
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