Best 3 Restaurant Style Chinese Orange Chicken With Spring Peas Recipes

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**Restaurant-Style Chinese Orange Chicken with Spring Peas: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Citrusy Flavors**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Restaurant-Style Chinese Orange Chicken with Spring Peas, a dish that masterfully blends the sweet, savory, and citrusy notes. This culinary delight begins with tender chicken pieces, expertly coated in a crispy batter and fried to golden perfection. The chicken is then generously coated in a luscious orange sauce, featuring a harmonious balance of tangy orange juice, sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and a hint of fragrant ginger. Fresh spring peas are added for an extra layer of texture and sweetness, creating a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. Accompanied by a detailed step-by-step recipe, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

In addition to the main recipe, this article presents a collection of delectable variations to suit every palate. Explore the tantalizing Orange Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors enhanced by the aromatic notes of garlic. For a healthier option, try the Air Fryer Orange Chicken, which delivers the same crispy texture with reduced oil and fat. For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, the Tofu Orange Chicken offers a satisfying plant-based protein option with a delightful crispy coating. And for a unique twist, the Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps provide a refreshing and flavorful low-carb option, perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE ORANGE CHICKEN



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A basic orange chicken recipe. Add your favourite veggies to make it go further, if you like. Red peppers are a nice choice.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 garlic clove, minced
1 slice ginger, minced
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon chili paste

Steps:

  • Place the cubed chicken in a bowl with the marinade ingredients for 30 minutes.
  • While the chicken is marinating, prepare the sauce ingredients.
  • When the chicken is nearly ready, heat the wok and add a bit of oil.
  • Throw in the garlic and ginger and stir-fry until aromatic.
  • Add the chicken and stir-fry until it changes color.
  • Push up to the sides of the wok, making a well in the middle.
  • Add the sauce.
  • Mix the sauce and the chicken together.
  • Stir-fry for another minute and serve hot.

RESTAURANT STYLE CHINESE ORANGE CHICKEN WITH SPRING PEAS



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Make and share this Restaurant Style Chinese Orange Chicken With Spring Peas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed or Simply Orange brand)
3/8 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest (I use the zest from 1 large orange. Do not use dried zest.)
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 egg whites (you can use 1 whole egg but the batter won't be as light)
1 tablespoon water
3/4 cup cornstarch
3/8 cup flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon freshly minced ginger
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more if you like it hot)
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Orange Sauce:.
  • In small bowl, combine orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch and orange zest. Set aside.
  • Chicken:.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg whites and water. Stir in chicken pieces.
  • In a pie plate, stir together cornstarch, flour, salt and pepper with a fork or clean whisk.
  • Taking a few pieces of chicken at a time, dip chicken into the flour mixture.
  • In a large skillet, add vegetable oil to cover pan to a 1/2-inch depth. Heat skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Brown chicken, a few pieces at a time. Remove chicken and allow to drain on paper-towel lined plate or rack. Continue until all chicken is browned. (Note: You may need to adjust heat up or down to maintain oil temperature as you cook.) Set aside.
  • Stir-fry:.
  • In a separate skillet or wok, heat 1-2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger and stir until fragrant (just a few seconds). Stir in green onions, red pepper flakes, and peas.
  • Add orange sauce and stir until thickened.
  • Stir in chicken and simmer until evenly coated and heated through.
  • Serve over steamed rice.

ORANGE CHICKEN WITH CHINESE SAUSAGE FRIED RICE



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This might be my favorite all-in-one meal! The tangy and spicy orange chicken is reminiscent of my childhood and the Chinese sausage fried rice brings me back to my Asian heritage. This recipe is delicious at all times of the day, but really hits the spot after a fun night out! It may be a bit more difficult than other recipes, but the outcome is worth the effort... believe me!

Provided by Jordan Andino

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

4 cups vegetable oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
Juice of 1 orange
2 large eggs, beaten
Kosher salt
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 oranges, juiced
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sambal oelek
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon fish sauce
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced Chinese sausage
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/4 cup diced carrots
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice, cooked according to package directions
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sriracha
1/4 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1/2 cup scallions, sliced

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Place the oil in a large pot and heat over medium-high heat until it registers 350 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Line a plate with paper towels.
  • Combine the chicken, orange juice, eggs and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, mixing vigorously to coat. Add the cornstarch and toss again ensuring the chicken is fully coated.
  • Fry the chicken in the oil until cooked through and the center of the chicken registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to the prepared paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
  • For the sauce: Heat the soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, ground ginger and garlic powder in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture starts to bubble. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the orange juice, ketchup, honey and sambal oelek. Whisk until combined. Reduce the heat to low and cook 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • For the fried rice: Whisk the eggs and fish sauce together in a small bowl. Heat a large skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to the pan and heat for 30 seconds. Add the eggs and cook, stirring, until scrambled and set. Remove from the pan.
  • Wipe out the skillet. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet and heat over high heat until the oil smokes. Add the sausage, onions and carrots and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the cooked rice and 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir-fry for 2 more minutes. Add the soy sauce and sriracha and continue cooking until the rice starts to fry and get crispy, about 4 minutes longer. Stir in the peas and scrambled eggs, remove from the heat and sprinkle with the scallions.
  • Pour the hot sauce over the fried chicken. Serve with the rice.

Tips:

  • To make the orange sauce, use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use bottled orange juice, but it won't be as good.
  • Use a good quality soy sauce. A cheap soy sauce will make your dish taste bland.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry. Cook it just until it's cooked through.
  • Add the spring peas at the end of cooking so that they retain their bright green color.
  • Serve the orange chicken over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This restaurant-style Chinese orange chicken with spring peas is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is coated in a sweet and savory orange sauce and cooked until it's tender and juicy. The spring peas add a pop of color and freshness. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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