Chicken with Orange Sweet and Sour Sauce

Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken with Orange Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe. Tender, golden-brown chicken bites are coated in a luscious homemade sauce made with fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, and a perfect balance of tangy rice vinegar, umami-rich soy sauce, and sweet brown sugar. Infused with hints of garlic and ginger, the sauce thickens to a glossy finish, creating a restaurant-quality dish in just 45 minutes. This one-pan recipe is perfect for weeknights, offering an irresistible combination of textures and flavors that pair beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for a burst of freshness and crunch. Whether you're entertaining or craving takeout-style comfort, this sweet and sour chicken recipe will not disappoint!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups cornstarch
• 0.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cups orange juice
• 1 teaspoons orange zest
• 0.25 cups rice vinegar
• 0.25 cups soy sauce
• 0.33 cups brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoons minced ginger
• 0.25 cups water
• 1 tablespoons cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 3

Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, cook the chicken pieces in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per batch). Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir to mix well.

Step 6

Bring the sauce mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix water and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the sauce while stirring, allowing it to thicken. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked chicken to the saucepan and toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.

Step 9

Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if using).

Step 10

Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or alongside stir-fried vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1372.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2292.1

Total Fat 83.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.8g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 5444.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 72.7g
Protein 228.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 270.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2670.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 40.6%

Carbs: 26.2%