Orange chicken is a popular and delicious dish that can be easily made at home. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes it a favorite among people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, orange chicken is a great choice. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a mouthwatering orange chicken supper that will satisfy your craving for Chinese food.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
EASY ORANGE CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, soy sauce, orange juice, cornstarch, oil, orange juice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch
Provided by Hannah Williams
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slice chicken breast into cubes.
- In a bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Add chicken and stir to coat.
- Let marinate at least 1 hour.
- In a pan, heat oil on medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade with a slotted spoon, and cook all sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add sauce ingredients to pan and bring to a boil, mixing continuously, until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 11 grams
ORANGE CHICKEN
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and egg whites with a fork until almost frothy, about 1 minute. Add the chicken to the mixture and allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
- For the sauce: Meanwhile, put the orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, salt, crushed red pepper, garlic and ginger in a small nonstick skillet and whisk. Heat until bubbling and starting to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl and add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cornstarch slurry to the sauce. Mix in and thicken for 1 minute.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven until a deep-fry thermometer inserted in the oil registers 350 degrees F. Carefully drop the chicken into the oil and move it around, flipping gently, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Let the pieces drain on a plate lined with paper towels for 2 to 3 minutes. Then drop them back into the oil for 1 minute to really solidify the coating.
- Toss the chicken in the sauce and serve.
CRISPY ORANGE CHICKEN
We enjoy these tangy nuggets so many ways-over noodles or rice, in sandwiches, even on top of lettuce and cabbage. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bake popcorn chicken according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in orange zest, juice, hoisin sauce, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 4-6 minutes, stirring constantly., Add chicken to skillet; toss to coat. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
SPICY ORANGE CHICKEN
My Spicy Orange Chicken has the same flavor profile as its take-out counterpart, Orange Chicken: the sweet orange, the spicy chilies, and the Asian condiments. I make this without oil, making something much lighter and very tasty.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Whisk orange juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes in a large bowl.
- Mix in chicken pieces and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Remove chicken from refrigerator and drain thoroughly in colander, reserving marinade.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over high heat. Cook and stir chicken for 2 minutes; spoon out any excess liquid.
- Continue to cook and stir until chicken caramelizes, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in white portions of green onions, garlic, and orange zest; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in half of reserved marinade. Simmer until reduced and thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in jalapeno pepper, bell pepper, and sugar snap peas; cook and stir until vegetables are warmed, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in green portions of green onions; cook and stir 1 minute.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 103.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
ORANGE CHICKEN SUPPER
"We're an American military family stationed in Germany," writes Lynda Muller. "Since we're just as busy as stateside families, this meal really fits our lifestyle. Because it uses a rice mix, orange juice and other items I keep on hand, it's both satisfying and swift."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set aside seasoning packet from rice mix. In a large skillet, cook rice mix in butter over medium heat until golden brown. Stir in the water, orange juice, garlic powder, ginger, cayenne if desired and contents of seasoning packet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Add chicken and carrots. Cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until heated through and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
ORANGE CHICKEN SUPPER
Make and share this Orange Chicken Supper recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Scrapbook Lori
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set aside seasoning packet from rice mix.
- In a large skillet, cook rice mix in butter over medium heat until golden brown.
- Stir in water, orange juice, garlic powder, ginger, cayenne if desired and contents of seasoning packet; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add chicken and carrots.
- Cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until heated through and liquid is absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 67.8, Sodium 128.5, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 7.5, Protein 18.4
CITRUS CHICKEN SUPPER
This sweet and flavorful chicken will make your taste buds go wild. Not only is it popping with flavor, but it is super easy to prepare!
Provided by asm7687
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pan-Fried
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- While the chicken cooks, stir the chicken broth, orange marmalade, and ranch dressing mix together in a bowl; pour over the chicken. Add the cornstarch to the liquid in the skillet and stir. Bring the mixture to a low boil, reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the skillet, and cook another 10 minutes. Serve over the cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 71.9 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 615.4 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality orange marmalade. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of orange marmalade or soy sauce to taste. Everyone's preferences are different, so you may want to make it more or less sweet or savory.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through, but still tender and juicy.
- Serve the orange chicken with rice or noodles. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Garnish the orange chicken with green onions or sesame seeds for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Orange chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give orange chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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