Panda Express Orange Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
- 1/2 cup sugar
Nutritional Information
- Calories:: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
Directions
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Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until well-coated. Dip each piece into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are fully covered.
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Fry the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Make the Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, white vinegar, sugar, brown sugar, orange zest, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Thicken the Sauce: Once the sauce is boiling, add the cornstarch-water mixture and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low.
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Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce.
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Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
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