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Easy Orange Chicken

Easy Orange Chicken Recipe
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If you’re craving a quick and flavorful meal, this Easy Orange Chicken Recipe is the answer! In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful dish that the whole family will love. Bursting with the zesty goodness of fresh oranges and savory spices, this orange chicken is perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll have a comforting meal that rivals takeout, all while filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Gather around the table and enjoy a dish that guarantees smiles!

Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless chicken thighs (or 2 lbs. chicken tenderloins)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • ¾ cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tbsps low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsps vegetable oil
  • ½ tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • Chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp black pepper (or less to taste, fresh ground)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp ginger powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika (to add color)
  • 1½ tbsp corn starch (for sauce)
  • 1½ tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 2 tbsps brown sugar
  • 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions

  1. Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with flour, corn starch, salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, and ginger powder.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per batch.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, corn starch, soy sauce, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, black pepper, and orange zest to create the sauce.
  4. Combine fried chicken and sauce in a hot skillet; let simmer for 1–2 minutes until well-coated and thickened.
  5. Serve with rice or noodles and garnish as desired.

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