The Best Easy Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: The Best Easy Orange Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts (cut into 1 inch chunks); 1 large egg; 1 cup all purpose flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup neutral oil for frying (This depends on the size of your skillet. I aim to coat the bottom of the pan about 1/2 inch.); Juice and zest from 3 oranges; 3 tablespoons coconut aminos or soy sauce; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 3 tablespoons vinegar; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/2 tablespoon corn starch + 1 tablespoon water (can omit but does help to thicken it up); 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice; 3 cups water; 3 green onions

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

This delicious orange chicken is coated with a flour mixture, fried until crispy and covered in sweet, fresh, orange sauce. Serve over rice or a noodle stir-fry, This is a family favorite recipe that is better than takeout!

Updated at: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:50 GMT