Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this homemade orange chicken sauce that combines the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can create a delightful meal that pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or vegetables. Get ready to enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a splash of water to create a slurry.
- Pour the slurry into the remaining marinade in the skillet. Stir over medium heat until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Return chicken to the pan and coat thoroughly with the sauce; cook for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg