Best 2 Applebees Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl Recipes

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Are you craving the delicious flavor of Applebee's Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl but prefer the comfort of cooking at home? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we will take you on a culinary journey to create a mouthwatering Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl that rivals the restaurant's version. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a perfect balance of crispy chicken, tangy orange sauce, fluffy rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we'll show you exactly how to make this restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking utensils, and let's embark on this flavorful adventure together.

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APPLEBEE'S CRISPY ORANGE CHICKEN BOWL RECIPE



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Make our Applebee's Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl Recipe at home tonight for your family. You will love this Applebee's Irresist-A-Bowl™ packed with rice, stir-fried veggies and breaded chicken smothered in a spicy sweet orange glaze.

Provided by Mark

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 pounds boneless skinless Chicken (cut into 2-inch cubes)
1 Egg (slightly beaten)
1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper
1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
1/2 cup Cornstarch
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
Oil (for frying)
1/2 cup chopped Broccoli
1/2 Red Bell Pepper (cut into strips)
1 Carrot (cut into matchsticks)
1/2 Onion (chopped)
4 - 6 ounces Button Mushrooms (cut in 1/2)
1 teaspoon minced Garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons grated Orange Rind
1 cup Orange Juice
1/2 cup Hoisin Sauce
1/8 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1/4 cup granulated Sugar
Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper (to taste)
1 cup cooked Rice
1 Green Onion (sliced thin, to garnish)
Sliced or slivered Almonds (to garnish)
Chow Mein Noodles (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Place chicken a large bowl.
  • Add egg, salt, pepper and oil. Mix well. Set aside.
  • Place cornstarch and flour in a second large bowl. Mix well.
  • Add chicken to the flour mixture. Mix well, to evenly coat each piece.
  • Pour enough oil to be at least 1/2-inch deep in a wok or heavy skillet.
  • Set over high heat.
  • When oil reaches 375°F, carefully add chicken pieces in small batches. Fry 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp. Do not overcook.
  • Remove chicken from oil with tongs, slotted spoon or spider strainer and place on a paper towel-covered plate to drain.
  • Continue frying the remainder of the chicken, in small batches, until all are done.
  • Set aside and keep warm.
  • Allow oil in skillet or wok to cool slightly. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons.
  • Set skillet or wok over high heat.
  • When oil has returned to hot, add vegetables. Stir fry for 5 - 7 minutes.
  • Remove veggies from skillet or wok to a bowl. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Add oil to make about 2 tablespoons.
  • Set skillet or wok over medium heat.
  • When oil has returned to hot, add garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper, and bring to boil.
  • Allow to boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat. Taste. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Continue to simmer until sauce thickens to your liking, stirring frequently.
  • Pour glaze over chicken. Mix well.
  • Place cooked rice in a bowl, spreading out to cover.
  • Pour chicken and sauce over rice.
  • Top with stir fried vegetables.
  • Sprinkle with green onions, almonds and noodles.
  • Serve hot.

APPLEBEE'S CRISPY ORANGE CHICKEN BOWL



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Make and share this Applebee's Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl recipe from Food.com.

Provided by misury

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup cornstarch, plus
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
oil (for frying)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1 dash cayenne pepper
1/4 cup granulated sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into 2-inch pieces and place in a large bowl. Stir in egg, salt, pepper and oil. Mix well and set aside.
  • Stir cornstarch and flour together in another large bowl and mix well. Add chicken mixture to the flour mixture, stirring to coat each piece well.
  • Pour enough oil to be at least 1/2-inch deep in a wok or heavy skillet and set over high heat. When it reaches 375 degrees F (hot!) carefully add chicken pieces in small batches and fry 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp. Do not overcook or chicken will be tough. Remove chicken from oil with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Continue frying chicken in small batches until all are nicely browned and crisp. Set aside while you make the glaze:.
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind.
  • 1 cup orange juice.
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce.
  • Dash cayenne pepper.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cool the oil in the skillet slightly, then remove all but 2 tablespoons of oil and set over medium heat. Sauté garlic in oil for 1 minute (if the oil is too hot the garlic will turn bitter). Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil. Allow to boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens to your liking, stirring frequently.
  • Pour glaze over chicken. Serve chicken over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with slivered almonds and crispy noodles. Applebee's tosses the chicken and orange glaze with an array of stir-fry vegetables like broccoli, snow peas and red peppers.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh oranges for the sauce. Bottled or store-bought orange juice will not provide the same flavor.
  • If you don't have orange zest, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of grated lemon zest.
  • If you don't have cornstarch, you can use flour instead. However, the cornstarch will give the sauce a glossier finish.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. The chicken should be cooked through, but it should not be dry.
  • Serve the crispy orange chicken bowl immediately. The chicken will become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This Applebee's Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The chicken is crispy and flavorful, the sauce is tangy and sweet, and the rice and vegetables are a great addition. This bowl is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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