Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure that blends the spicy heat of Sichuan cuisine with the tangy sweetness of oranges in a healthier version. Discover the delectable "Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken WW," a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that brings the authentic flavors of Chinese takeout to your kitchen. This dish combines tender chicken coated in a flavorful batter and tossed in a luscious sauce made with orange juice, soy sauce, and a hint of chili peppers.
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SPICY SZECHUAN CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: corn starch, salt, rice wine, white pepper, soy sauce, scallion, ginger, chicken thighs, vegetable oil, szechuan peppercorn, red chilis, dried red chilis, ginger, scallion, peanuts, sugar, rice wine, sesame oil, scallion
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl, add the chopped chicken. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- In about 1 ½ inch (4 cm) of oil, fry the chicken until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or a large pan. Add the Szechuan peppercorn and dried red chilies. Fry until fragrant.
- Add the rest of the dried red chilies, ginger, scallion, and peanuts. Fry for a minute.
- Add the fried chicken pieces, sugar, rice wine and sesame oil. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with chopped scallions.
- Nutrition Calories: 2870 Fat: 303 grams Carbs: 29 grams Fiber: 11 grams Sugars: 9 grams Protein: 26 grams
- Enjoy!
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
SPICY ORANGE CHICKEN
I created a citrusy version of General Tso's chicken. Top with sesame seeds and green onions, roasted red peppers and sugar snap peas. -Paula Williams, Covington, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Finely grate peel from one orange; place peel in a small bowl. Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of each orange; stand oranges upright on a cutting board. With a knife, cut off peel and outer membrane from oranges. Working over the small bowl with orange peel to catch juices, cut along the membrane of each segment to remove fruit; set sectioned oranges aside. Stir cornstarch, broth, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, jalapeno and pepper flakes into orange juice and peel., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the chicken; stir-fry 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan. Repeat with remaining oil and chicken., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Stir in reserved orange sections. Serve with rice. Sprinkle servings with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition Facts :
SPICY SZECHUAN ORANGE CHICKEN - WW
From Weight Watchers --282 Cal., 7 g total fat, 1 g. sat fat, 0 g trans fat, 63 mg. chol., 304 mg. Sod., 28 g. carb., 6 g sugar, 4 g. fiber, 28 g. prot., 72 mg. Calc.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
- Meanwhile, combine chicken, orange zest, 1 tablespoons cornstarch and 1 tablespoons soy sauce in a large bowl and toss to coat. Combine orange juice, broth, honey, sesame oil, pepper flakes, remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch and remaining 1 tablespoons soy sauce in small bowl.
- Heat 1 teaspoons canola oil in wok or large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until very hot. Add chicken and stir fry until lightly browned, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Return skillet to heat and add remaining 1 teaspoons canola oil. Add ginger and garlic; stir fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Stir in broccoli and carrots and stir fry until broccoli is bright green, about 2 minutes. Pour in orange juice mixture; bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Add chicken and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Divide chicken mixture and rice among 4 plates.
HOT AND SPICY SICHUAN CHICKEN
This is a traditional Chinese dish, which is simple to make. Tender chunks of chicken are bathed in a rich, hot, and spicy sauce. Enjoy with freshly cooked white rice.
Provided by Jin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 1h7m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and discard water.
- Bring a large pot of fresh water to a boil; add chicken, ginger, and peppercorns. Add more water if needed to cover chicken completely. Cover and cook over high heat until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 35 to 45 minutes. Drain and discard water.
- Horizontally chop chicken into 3/4-inch pieces, cutting through the bone and skin. Vertically chop into 3/4-inch squares; transfer to a bowl.
- Combine soy sauce, chile oil, sugar, MSG, and Sichuan peppercorn oil in a bowl to form a sauce; pour over chicken and toss well. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 40.2 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 972.8 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
Tips:
- To save time, use store-bought orange marmalade instead of making your own.
- If you don't have Chinese rice wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken, or it will become tough.
- If you like your chicken extra crispy, you can double-fry it.
- Serve the chicken with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
This Spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, spicy, and tangy. The whole dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy families. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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