Description
Sizzling Panda Express Orange Chicken delivers takeout-style magic straight from your kitchen with crispy, tangy chicken pieces that beat restaurant versions hands down. Perfectly golden, glazed chicken pieces draped in zesty orange sauce will make dinner feel like a flavor celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb chicken breast
Sauce Ingredients:
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Aromatics and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- ¼ cup green onions
Instructions
- Immerse diced chicken breast in a blend of ½ cup orange juice, ¼ cup soy sauce, and ¼ cup sugar. Allow flavors to meld for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Warm 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat at 350°F. Carefully transfer marinated chicken pieces into the pan.
- Sear chicken for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure each piece develops a golden-brown exterior and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Dissolve 1 tablespoon cornstarch in 2 tablespoons cold water, creating a smooth slurry that will help thicken your sauce.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 1 teaspoon minced ginger into the skillet. Stir gently to distribute aromatic ingredients.
- Pour cornstarch mixture into the pan, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until sauce transforms into a glossy, thick consistency that clings to the chicken.
- Remove from heat and scatter ¼ cup chopped green onions across the top for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh orange juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more vibrant taste.
- Pat chicken pieces dry before cooking to ensure a crispy, golden exterior.
- For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying and use less oil.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 288 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg