Spicy Orange Chicken

Spicy Orange Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    449

Experience the vibrant flavors of takeout, guilt-free! This Spicy Orange Chicken recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet citrus, fiery chilies, and savory Asian spices, all without the need for excess oil. A lighter, healthier, and incredibly delicious twist on a classic favorite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    25 g
  • Cholesterol
    103 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    31 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    627 mg
  • Sugar
    18 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the orange juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 hrs Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours. (1 hour - 4 hours)

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Recipe View 2 mins Drain the chicken in a colander, reserving the marinade. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 hrs 30 mins Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 2 minutes, removing any excess liquid. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is caramelized and slightly charred, about 6-7 minutes. (8-9 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 hrs 30 mins Add the white parts of the green onions, garlic, and orange zest to the skillet. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant. (2-3 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 hrs 30 mins Pour in half of the reserved marinade (discard the remaining marinade). Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 3-4 minutes. (3-4 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 hrs Add the bell pepper, sugar snap peas, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook and stir until the vegetables are slightly tender and heated through, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Stir in the green parts of the green onions and cook for 1 minute. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve immediately over rice or noodles.

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of sesame oil to the marinade.
If you don't have fresh ginger, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes and jalapeño to your preferred level of spice.
Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or your favorite Asian noodles.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 149 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Marcel Feest

    The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I'll definitely be making this again!

  • Kali Cronin

    I added a little honey to the sauce for extra sweetness, and it was delicious.

  • Kyler Collier

    This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, and it's so much healthier than takeout.

  • Kathryne Schultz

    Easy to follow and the results were fantastic. I highly recommend this recipe!

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