Ingredients
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- To marinate the chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- To make Orange Sauce
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (optional)
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- 1 cup cooked rice, to serve
- 1/2 cup steamed broccoli, to serve
Instructions
- In a medium-size bowl combine all the ingredients under the “to marinate chicken” section. Mix thoroughly and marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl combine orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar, chili garlic sauce, cornstarch, orange zest, garlic, ginger, red chili flakes, brown sugar, and salt. Whisk until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
- Heat a wide skillet and add oil. Once hot, add the marinated chicken pieces.
- Cook over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5–6 minutes until fully cooked.
- Stir in the prepared sauce mixture and cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Once the sauce thickens, add sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve hot with rice and steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Nutritional data is for 1/4 of the dish, excluding rice and broccoli.
- Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Chinese