Hot Orange Chicken features crispy chicken tossed in a sweet, spicy, and citrusy sauce. If you’re missing Panda Express Hot Orange Chicken, this recipe has you covered.
Servings 4servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Chinese
Ingredients
Sauce
1cuporange juice
2teaspoonsorange zest
⅓cupbrown sugar
3tablespoonssoy sauce
1tablespoongrated ginger
1teaspoonchili flakes
1tablespooncornstarch
Chicken
1poundbonelessskinless chicken thighs
¾teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonblack pepper
3 to 5tablespoonsoilfor frying
Coating
⅓cupcornstarch
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonblack pepper
For Serving
Sliced green onionsfor garnish
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and chili flakes.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Add the cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to a large zip-top bag. Mix to combine.
Add the chicken to the bag, seal, and shake until the pieces are evenly coated.
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Work in batches and add more oil if needed. Transfer to a lined plate.
Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened and glossy.
Return the chicken to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the specific ingredients used, the amount of oil absorbed during frying, and portion sizes. This calculation is provided as a courtesy and should not be considered a substitute for professional nutritional advice.