Best 4 Orange Flavored Chicken Panda Express Copy Cat Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Orange Flavored Chicken recipe, inspired by the iconic Panda Express dish. This delectable chicken dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Dive into the step-by-step instructions to create this lip-smacking dish at home. We'll guide you through the process of marinating the chicken in a blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger, ensuring a tender and flavorful base. Then, we'll coat the chicken in a crispy batter and fry it to perfection, resulting in a golden brown exterior that locks in the succulent juices.

Our special Orange Sauce is the heart of this dish. We'll show you how to craft this vibrant sauce using fresh oranges, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of Sriracha for a touch of heat. The sauce coats the chicken in a glossy glaze, creating an irresistible combination of sweet and tangy flavors.

To complete this culinary journey, we'll provide you with recipes for Steamed Broccoli and Fried Rice, perfect accompaniments to our Orange Flavored Chicken. The steamed broccoli adds a refreshing crunch and a healthy balance to the dish, while the fluffy and flavorful fried rice soaks up the delicious orange sauce.

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Orange Flavored Chicken recipe. With its explosion of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PANDA EXPRESS ORANGE CHICKEN



Panda Express Orange Chicken image

Panda Express Orange Chicken with tender chicken thighs fried crisp and tossed in a magical perfect-copycat sauce!

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lb boneless (skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces)
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 pinch black pepper
2 tbsp oil (divided, plus more for frying)
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon corn starch
2 tablespoons rice wine
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 tablespoons sugar
10 tablespoons white vinegar
zest of 1 orange
1 1/2 tablespoons ginger root (minced)
2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
1/2 tsp hot red chili pepper (crushed)

Steps:

  • To make the sauce combine the 1 tablespoon cornstarch, rice wine, water, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, white vinegar and orange zest.
  • To coat the chicken add the egg, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon oil into a bowl and whisk together in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, add 1/2 cup corn starch and flour and mix well.
  • In a large frying pan or a wok, heat oil in a wok 375 degrees.
  • Dip chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture.
  • Fry the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp.
  • Transfer to a cooling rack and repeat with remaining chicken.
  • When you are done with the chicken, drain most of the oil from the pan (leave about a tablespoon).
  • Add the ginger, garlic and crushed red peppers, cooking for about 10 seconds.
  • Add the orange sauce and bring to boil.
  • Turn off the heat, and add cooked chicken and stir until well mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 1171 mg, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ORIGINAL ORANGE CHICKEN BY PANDA EXPRESS RECIPE BY TASTY



Original Orange Chicken by Panda Express Recipe by Tasty image

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

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup cornstarch
3 cups flour
1 egg
1 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons oil
6 cups oil, for frying
1 tablespoon oil
¼ teaspoon chili flake
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ginger, minced
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup orange juice
¼ cup white distilled vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil

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!

ORANGE FLAVORED CHICKEN (PANDA EXPRESS COPY CAT)



Orange Flavored Chicken (Panda Express Copy Cat) image

This orange chicken is a recipe featured in "America's Most Wanted Recipes" and is a copy cat recipe for Panda Express' Orange Chicken. Orange Chicken is a dish from the Hunan Province in South Central China.It is prepared with crispy boneless chicken bites tossed in a wok with a sweet, spicy and tangy orange sauce. Don't forget...

Provided by Hope Vaillancourt

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb chicken breast, boneless & skinless
1 egg white
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
ORANGE SAUCE
1 c water
1/2 c ketchup
1/2 c sugar
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 Tbsp orange zest, grated
2 Tbsp green onion, chopped
4 c vegetable oil, for frying
1 c cornstarch

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the chicken breast into 1/2 inch cubes; set aside.
  • 2. Combine the egg white, salt, and sugar in a bowl and stir vigorously until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Add the chicken cubes to the egg white mixture and stir to coat well.
  • 3. To make the orange sauce, combine the water, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoons cornstarch, and sesame oil; stir and set aside. Place a pot over high heat. When the pot is hot, add the 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat. Add the orange zest and green onions and cook, stirring, for about 20 seconds, taking care not to burn the orange zest.
  • 4. Pour the combined sauce ingredients into the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • 5. Preheat the 4 cups oil to 350°F in a wok or deep-fryer.
  • 6. Meanwhile, put the coated chicken in a resealable plastic bag containing the 1 cup cornstarch. Shake the chicken well for about 20 seconds, until the chicken is covered with the cornstarch. Shake off all the excess cornstarch and deep-fry the chicken in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oil with a slotted spoon, drain well on paper towels, and set aside. Add the fried chicken to the pot with the hot orange sauce, stir for about 30 seconds, then serve immediately.

PANDA EXPRESS ORANGE CHICKEN



Panda Express Orange Chicken image

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

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
white pepper
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 orange, zest of
1 tablespoon oil
2 tablespoons gingerroot, minced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons rice wine
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil

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 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs: This will make the chicken easier to cook and shred.
  • Marinate the chicken in orange juice, soy sauce, and cornstarch: This will help to flavor and tenderize the chicken.
  • Use a light touch when breading the chicken: Too much breading will make the chicken greasy.
  • Cook the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and crispy: This will ensure that the chicken is cooked through and has a nice texture.
  • Make the orange sauce while the chicken is cooking: This will save time and ensure that the sauce is hot and ready to serve when the chicken is done.
  • Serve the chicken with rice and vegetables: This will make a complete and balanced meal.

Conclusion:

This Panda Express Orange Chicken Copycat recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite takeout dish at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and crispy chicken dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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