Chinese Orange Chicken

Bursting with bright, citrusy flavors and a touch of savory sweetness, Chinese Orange Chicken is a classic takeout favorite you can now master at home. This recipe marries crispy, golden-brown chicken bites with a luscious homemade orange sauce crafted from fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic and ginger. A quick cornstarch batter ensures the chicken stays juicy inside while delivering an irresistible crunch, perfectly balanced by the sticky, tangy glaze. Topped with fragrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, it’s an effortless yet flavor-packed dish that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a satisfying weekend treat, this easy Orange Chicken pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice or crunchy stir-fried veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken breast
• 150 g cornstarch
• 1 large egg
• 250 ml vegetable oil
• 120 ml orange juice
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp green onions
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together the egg, and enough cornstarch (approximately 150g) to create a thick batter. Add the chicken pieces and mix until they're evenly coated.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces in batches, frying them until they're golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 5

Add the orange zest to the saucepan and stir.

Step 6

Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl until smooth. Then, add the mixture to the saucepan and stir continuously until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked chicken pieces to the saucepan and toss until they are well coated.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3607.4

Total Fat 252.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 148.6g
Cholesterol 649.5mg	0%
Sodium 2923.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 48.3g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 142.7mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1930.6mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 21.8%