Spicy Ginger Orange Chicken

Bursting with bold flavors and a hint of fiery heat, Spicy Ginger Orange Chicken is a quick and irresistible dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are pan-seared to golden perfection and coated in a glossy, tangy-sweet orange sauce infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and a kick of sriracha. A touch of honey balances the spice, while orange zest elevates the citrusy aroma. The sauce is thickened to a luscious texture with a simple cornstarch slurry, making it ideal for drizzling over fluffy jasmine rice. Finished with a sprinkle of scallions and optional sesame seeds, this vibrant Asian-inspired recipe offers a symphony of flavors in just 35 minutes. Perfect for fans of sweet-and-spicy pairings, this one-pan wonder is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (or your preferred hot sauce)
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 Scallions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)
• 2 cups Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, orange zest, and sriracha sauce. This will be your marinade and sauce base.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and pour the prepared marinade into the skillet. Let it come to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering marinade. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot over a bed of cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1247.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2140.4

Total Fat 79.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 1789.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.8g
Protein 138.1g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 211.7mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 1774.0mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 40.2%