Orange Chicken Almondine

Delight your taste buds with Orange Chicken Almondine, a mouthwatering fusion of tangy citrus, crispy chicken, and nutty almonds. This recipe features bite-sized pieces of chicken double-coated in a perfectly seasoned flour-cornstarch mixture, fried to golden perfection, and bathed in a luscious orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic. Topped with crunchy toasted sliced almonds and vibrant green onions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables, making it a crowd-pleasing option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Perfect for fans of bold flavors and crispy textures, Orange Chicken Almondine is destined to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 pieces eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.25 cup toasted sliced almonds
• 2 stalks green onions

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and water.

Step 3

Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, dip them into the egg mixture, and then dredge again in the flour mixture to form a double coating.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 5

In a saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Add the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan and toss them in the orange sauce until well coated.

Step 7

Transfer the orange chicken to a serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds and sliced green onions for garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1237.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3372.2

Total Fat 247.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.5g
Cholesterol 658mg	0%
Sodium 3922.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 74.6g
Protein 138.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 257.0mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1156.6mg	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: 64.6%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 19.4%