If you've only had your local Chinese restaurant's version of orange chicken, you're in for a treat. This lighter, brighter take on a classic is so good, you won't be calling for takeout again.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In medium bowl, toss chicken pieces and soy sauce.
- In small bowl, beat orange juice and 2 teaspoons cornstarch with whisk until cornstarch is dissolved.
- In 10-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add garlic, gingerroot, orange peel and pepper flakes; stir-fry about 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add broth, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, the vinegar and sugar; stir about 30 seconds or until sugar dissolves. Stir orange juice mixture, then add it to skillet. Heat sauce to boiling, stirring. Reduce heat to low; simmer 1 minute. Transfer sauce to bowl; wipe out skillet.
- Line large rimmed cookie sheet with paper towels.
- Place 1/4 cup cornstarch in shallow bowl. Toss chicken in cornstarch, coating evenly and gently knocking off any excess; transfer to plate.
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Carefully add coated chicken to hot oil, spacing pieces apart from each other. Fry chicken 5 to 7 minutes, turning once or twice, until deep golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken to paper towel-lined cookie sheet.
- In same skillet used for sauce, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add snow peas and carrots; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are just tender. Add chicken and reserved sauce; stir until heated through and thoroughly coated in sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0 g
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Sk Miraj
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any orange chicken lover. It's sure to become a new favorite.
Sumaira azhar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to new flavors. It's also a fun dish to make together.
Dinushika Dananjali
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a healthy option.
Abraham Lincoln
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal.
Zuhaira Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
luke jemwa
[email protected]This recipe was terrible! I threw it away after one bite.
asharam Chaudhary
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. I would not recommend it to anyone.
McKenzie Soumas
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. I've had better orange chicken before.
remboss reborn
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.
Joe Likoswe
[email protected]I would have liked to see more vegetables in this recipe.
Hanisah Nakintu
[email protected]This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still good.
nur alam sobahan
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect dish for a weeknight meal.
asif musa
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
James Thomas
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Mason Hooper
[email protected]This was the best orange chicken I've ever had! I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Rose Gaye
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was tough and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Walid Khani
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the sauce was too sweet for my taste.
Minos Ketshajwang
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce was also very flavorful.
Gm Rohan Gamer
[email protected]I loved this recipe! It was easy to follow and the chicken turned out so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Daniah Adam
[email protected]This orange chicken recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.