Easy Orange Chicken

Prep:1hCook:20min

A deliciously homemade take on the take-out favorite: orange chicken. Tangy, sweet, low stress and simple, this recipe will put a smile on your families face every single time.

Updated at: Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:10:05 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories352 kcal (18%)

Total Fat19.8 g (28%)

Carbs28.8 g (11%)

Sugars6.2 g (7%)

Protein15 g (30%)

Sodium1057.5 mg (53%)

Fiber2.1 g (7%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

1 poundchicken nuggets

homemade

1 cuporange juice

½ tspginger

1 tspgarlic

2 Tbspsoy sauce

2 Tbsprice vinegar

Instructions

Step 1

Start by combining the listed ingredients in a medium sauce pan and simmer over medium-low heat until bubbling, about 10 minutes. Stir regularly to avoid burning.

orange juice1 cup

ginger½ tsp

garlic1 tsp

soy sauce2 Tbsp

rice vinegar2 Tbsp

Step 2

Next, mix cornstarch and 2 tbsp water together to create a slurry. Add that slurry to your sauce pan and stir. This will help to thicken your sauce so it holds on to wings, cauliflower, whatever your heart desires.

cornstarch2 Tbsp

Step 3

Continue mixing your sauce until it's the consistency of slightly loose jam. If you part the sauce down the middle with your spatula, the sauce should take about 4-5 seconds to come back together. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Lastly, put your chicken nuggets into a large bowl with a lid or a large zip lock bag. Add your sauce and shake to coat the chicken. If your pan is large enough, this can be done in the pan, but I find it easier to transfer everything to a large container. Serve topped with toasted sesame seeds and green onions and your choice of sides.

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