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Hot Orange Chicken

Spicy Hot Orange Chicken to Elevate Your Weeknight Dinners

Indulge in this Fiery Hot Orange Chicken, combining sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors for a delightful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch for breading; flour can be used as a substitute
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1/3 cup sugar can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2-3 pieces dried chili peppers adjust based on desired heat
  • to taste red pepper flakes optional for extra heat
For Frying
  • 1 cup vegetable oil can use canola or peanut oil

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Orange Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, and crushed dried chili peppers. Whisk until sugar dissolves and set aside.
  2. Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch evenly and set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons, add chicken back, and pour the orange sauce over it. Stir to coat and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Serve the Hot Orange Chicken with any remaining sauce drizzled on top. Enjoy over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a crispy texture, avoid overcrowding the skillet while frying. Adjust spice levels to your preference and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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