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Easy Hot Orange Chicken

A vibrant dish combining tender chicken with a sweet and spicy orange sauce, perfect for casual dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed is fantastic, but store-bought works too
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce can substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust according to heat preference
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Green onions, sliced for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Pour the orange sauce over the chicken, stirring to coat every piece.
  3. Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan. Simmer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens into a sticky glaze.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the orange sauce for 15-30 minutes prior to cooking. Serve with lime wedges for a complementary zing.

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