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Panda Express Orange Chicken

Panda Express Orange Chicken

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Panda Express Orange Chicken, a perfect blend of crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. This easy-to-make dish captures the essence of your favorite takeout meal and transforms it into a satisfying weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this beloved American Chinese classic right in your kitchen. Customize it with your choice of protein or veggies for added nutrition and flavor. Get ready to savor every bite of this irresistible comfort food!

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 1/2 cup cane sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut liquid aminos
  • 1 Tbsp orange juice concentrate

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, whisk together egg, oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well.
  2. In another bowl, combine cornstarch and flour. Dredge each chicken piece in this mixture until fully coated.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
  4. In a saucepan, mix vinegar, sugar, water, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic, ginger zest, and orange juice concentrate. Simmer until combined.
  5. Thicken sauce with cornstarch mixed with water. Add to the saucepan until glossy.
  6. Toss fried chicken with the orange sauce before serving.

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