Panda Express Style Orange Chicken Recipe! 陈皮鸡

This tantalizing recipe features crispy and succulent pieces of chicken coated in a mouthwatering sweet and tangy orange sauce. Panda Express Orange Chicken is an iconic and beloved dish that has become synonymous with American Chinese cuisine. Enjoy the convenience of a delicious Panda Express orange chicken meal at home!

This dish is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed as a main course with steamed rice or noodles. It's a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings and parties.

By prepping the chicken and sauce in advance, you can whip up a delectable serving of orange chicken in no time at all.

Serves 3-4

Batter Ingredients:
1 cup all purpose flour
¼ cup corn starch
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp white pepper
¾ cup water
1 large egg
1 tbsp oil

Chicken 8 oz, cut into 1 inch pics
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp white pepper
1 tbsp corn starch

Orange Sauce:
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup orange juice
Zest of one orange
¼ cup white distilled vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
½ teaspoon ginger, finely minced
1 tablespoons water+ 1 tablespoons cornstarch
Dried chili 2 pcs (optional)
½ teaspoon sesame oil

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - Marinade Chicken
1:04 - Make the batter
2:28 - Fry chicken until lightly golden brown (1st time)
3:50 - Make the sauce
6:57 - How to prep ahead
7:23 - Fry chicken until golden brown (2nd time)
8:07 - Toss the chicken with sauce and ready to eat!


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