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Panda Express Orange Chicken

Panda Express Orange Chicken


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  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Crispy homemade Orange Chicken, just like Panda Express. Sweet, tangy, and incredibly flavorful with crunchy chicken and a bold citrus glaze.


Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs boneless chicken breasts

1 egg

1 Tbsp sunflower oil

1 1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

3/4 cup cornstarch

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup white distilled vinegar

1/2 cup cane sugar

1/4 cup water

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1/2 tsp zested ginger root

1 Tbsp orange juice concentrate

1 Tbsp cornstarch

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp rice wine


Instructions

1. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces.

2. Whisk egg, oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Mix flour and cornstarch.

4. Dredge chicken in egg, then dry mix.

5. Deep fry at 350°F until golden and cooked.

6. Combine sauce ingredients and simmer 1–2 minutes.

7. Toss fried chicken in the sauce and serve.

Notes

Use a Ziplock for dredging.

Use a large pot to toss the chicken directly in the sauce.

Tenderize breasts using vinegar and baking soda if needed.

Substitute 3 Tbsp orange juice for concentrate.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Deep Frying
  • Cuisine: American Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1