Spicy Orange Ginger Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Spicy Orange Ginger Chicken, a bold fusion of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors that's ready in just 35 minutes! Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a zesty orange-ginger sauce made with fresh orange juice, fragrant ginger, garlic, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A hint of crushed red pepper brings just the right amount of heat, balanced perfectly by a glossy, cornstarch-thickened glaze. Finished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, this dish offers a vibrant presentation and dynamic flavor that pairs beautifully with fluffy steamed rice or crisp sautéed vegetables. Perfect for dinner parties or meal prepping, this quick and easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality goodness from the comfort of your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Step 3

In another small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden-brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Pour the orange ginger sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.

Step 9

Sprinkle the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds just before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1046.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1940.6

Total Fat 103.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.6g
Cholesterol 850.5mg	0%
Sodium 2915.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 46.2g
Protein 185.8g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 168.6mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2273.4mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 38.4%

Carbs: 13.4%