Souped Up Recipes Orange Chicken
Orange Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that features crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. This Souped Up version takes the classic dish to the next level with a homemade sauce that is bursting with fresh orange flavor. Serve this delicious Orange Chicken over steamed rice for a satisfying meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesIngredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions: How to Cook Souped Up Orange Chicken
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and orange zest. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the orange sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
- Serve the Souped Up Orange Chicken over steamed rice and enjoy!