Easy Orange Chicken

Name: Easy Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; Salt & pepper (to taste); 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided); Chopped scallions (optional, for serving); 3/4 cup orange juice (see note); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 cup (packed) brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; Zest from 1 orange (see note); 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

This takeout inspired 30-minute orange chicken recipe has crispy chicken in a bright and flavorful savory-sweet sticky sauce! It's easier to make than other versions out there.

Updated at: Thu, 25 Dec 2025 06:51:24 GMT