Orange Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Orange Chicken
20 min.
4
241kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful twist on a classic dish? Our Orange Chicken recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also caters to those with dietary restrictions, being both gluten-free and dairy-free. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner.

This dish features tender, juicy pieces of chicken, perfectly cooked to a golden brown, and enveloped in a luscious orange sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. The addition of honey and fresh orange juice creates a vibrant flavor profile, while a hint of heat from the chili sauce adds an exciting kick. With the aromatic notes of garlic and ginger, every bite is a delightful experience.

Not only is this Orange Chicken a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that aligns with a balanced diet, with 241 kcal per serving. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a comforting meal at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the deliciousness of homemade Orange Chicken!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • clove garlic grated
  • teaspoon ginger grated
  • 0.3 cup green onion sliced
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon chill sauce such as sambal oelek 
  • tablespoon oil 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • pound chicken breasts boneless skinless cut into 1 inch pieces
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat, add the chicken and cook until cooked through, about 2-4 minutes per side.
  2. Add the mixture of the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chill sauce, garlic, ginger and the mixture of the water and the corn starch, toss to coat and cook until the sauce thickens, about a minute.
  3. Remove from heat and serve garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories241kcal
Protein43.31%
Fat24.52%
Carbs32.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.57
Glycemic Load
8.14
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.983043463334%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
2.47mg
Naringenin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.05kcal
12.05%
Fat:6.52g
10.03%
Saturated Fat:0.91g
5.7%
Carbohydrates:19.23g
6.41%
Net Carbohydrates:18.69g
6.8%
Sugar:15.35g
17.06%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:903.25mg
39.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.9g
51.79%
Vitamin B3:12.52mg
62.59%
Selenium:36.8µg
52.57%
Vitamin B6:0.9mg
45.25%
Phosphorus:264.35mg
26.44%
Vitamin C:15.25mg
18.48%
Vitamin B5:1.73mg
17.34%
Potassium:523.45mg
14.96%
Vitamin K:15.69µg
14.95%
Magnesium:39.63mg
9.91%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.03%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.07%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.45%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.84%
Iron:0.98mg
5.45%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.34%
Folate:18.01µg
4.5%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Copper:0.08mg
3.78%
Vitamin A:144.03IU
2.88%
Fiber:0.55g
2.18%
Calcium:20.57mg
2.06%