Vida Recetas Editorial
Orange chicken is a classic of Chinese cuisine adapted to the West, and this homemade version lets you enjoy its perfect balance of sweet and sour without leaving home. This orange chicken recipe is easy to make and uses common ingredients, achieving a shiny, thick sauce that coats every bite. The chicken, juicy on the inside, is combined with caramelized onion and a citrus sauce flavored with garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of vinegar, creating a comforting and flavorful dish.
If you're looking for an alternative to restaurant versions, this recipe is lighter and healthier, without sacrificing flavor. Serve it with a fresh salad for a perfect contrast.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Servings
4
Calories
350 kcal
We prepare the sauce. To do this, squeeze the oranges into a bowl. Add the soy sauce, the minced garlic cloves, the splash of vinegar, the sugar, the cornstarch, which will thicken the sauce during cooking and a little salt and freshly ground black pepper. You can add the chicken here and let it marinate for an hour, or you can go straight to the next step.
In a pan over medium heat, add a splash of oil. When it is hot, add the finely chopped onion. Season with salt and pepper and let it cook for 5 minutes, while stirring from time to time with a wooden spoon.
We continue with the recipe for orange chicken. After the time has passed, we increase the power of the fire and add the chicken breasts, which have already been cut in bite size and seasoned with pepper. Mix with the onion and sear the tacos for a couple of minutes.
Once this is done, we added the sauce that we had prepared at the beginning. Lower the power of the fire and cook over low heat, while we mix with the spoon. The sauce will reduce a little while it also thickens due to the effect of cornstarch. Finally, you can sprinkle with fresh parsley.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 10 minutes and the cooking time is 5 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
