Craving the flavorful and tantalizing taste of Panda Express's Original Orange Chicken? Look no further! With this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey to recreate this iconic dish right in your own kitchen. Using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, we'll show you how to make a version of Orange Chicken that rivals the restaurant's beloved classic. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a delicious adventure as we uncover the secrets behind this mouthwatering dish.
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ORANGE CHICKEN (INSPIRED BY PANDA EXPRESS) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: egg, white pepper, salt, chicken breasts, cornstarch, flour, vegetable oil, oil, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, rice wine, soy sauce, vinegar, water, sugar, orange zest, scallion, cornstarch, water
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Combine the egg, white pepper and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the cubed chicken breast, make sure it's coated with the egg mixture.
- In another bowl, combine corn starch and flour. Add the coated chicken to the flour mixture. Stir to coat.
- Working in batches, fry the coated chicken until golden and done. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- In a large pan or wok, add oil, garlic, ginger and red chili flakes. Stir fry until fragrant.
- Add rice wine and stir for a few seconds. Proceed to add all of the other sauce ingredients, including soy sauce, vinegar, water, sugar and orange zest.
- Add the fried chicken. Stir to coat in sauce. Thicken the sauce with the cornstarch slurry.
- Garnish with chopped scallions and serve with rice.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 17 grams
ORIGINAL ORANGE CHICKEN BY PANDA EXPRESS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, salt, white pepper, cornstarch, flour, egg, water, oil, oil, oil, chili flake, garlic, ginger, sugar, brown sugar, orange juice, white distilled vinegar, soy sauce, water, cornstarch, sesame oil
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- On a cutting board, cut chicken into 1x1-inch (2x2-cm) cubes and set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine salt, white pepper, cornstarch, and flour. Whisk to combine.
- Add the egg, water, and oil until it reaches the consistency of pancake batter.
- Add the chicken to the batter and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a wok or heavy bottom pan to 350˚F (180˚C).
- Gently add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Set a heavy bottomed pot over medium- high heat and add the oil.
- Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the red pepper flakes, ginger, and garlic, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add the sugar and brown sugar, and stir to combine.
- Add in the orange juice and allow the sugars to begin to dissolve in the liquid, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the vinegar and soy sauce, and stir to combine.
- Add the cornstarch and water together and whisk to combine. Add to the pan and stir.
- Continue to cook the sauce until maple syrup consistency is achieved.
- Add in the fried chicken and stir until completely coated in the sauce.
- Top with sesame oil.
- Enjoy!
PANDA EXPRESS ORANGE CHICKEN
A copycat recipe from Panda Express. This chicken is tangy and flavorful. Give it a try! I'm sure you and your family will enjoy it.
Provided by flume027
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Place chicken pieces in a large bowl, set aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir egg, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon oil and mix well, set aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup of the cornstarch and the flour.
- Heat oil for deep-frying in wok or deep-fryer to 375 degrees.
- Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Add chicken to wok in small batches and fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.
- (Do not overcook chicken).
- Remove chicken from oil with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; set aside.
- FOR THE SAUCE:.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar and orange zest. Set aside.
- Clean wok and heat 15 seconds over high heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon oil, the gingerroot, garlic, crushed red chili pepper flakes and green onions and stir-fry for just a few seconds until fragrant.
- Now, add the rice wine and the soy sauce mixture you set aside above.
- Add cooked chicken, stirring until well mixed.
- In a small bowl, stir together the water and cornstarch, then add it to the wok and stir until sauce has thickened. Add sesame oil if desired.
- Serve over jasmine rice.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe. If you use chicken breasts, slice them into thin strips before cooking.
- Make sure the chicken is coated in cornstarch. This will help the chicken to stay crispy when it is fried.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil. This will help the chicken to cook quickly and evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken. This will cause the chicken to steam instead of fry.
- Make the sauce while the chicken is cooking. This will save you time and ensure that the sauce is hot and ready when the chicken is done.
- Serve the chicken with rice or noodles. This is the traditional way to serve orange chicken.
Conclusion:
Orange chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home. So next time you're in the mood for Chinese food, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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