Orange & Ginger Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Orange & Ginger Chicken
180 min.
4
728kcal
100%sweetness
28.49%saltiness
22.43%sourness
17.02%bitterness
20.13%savoriness
24.41%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This mouth-watering Orange & Ginger Chicken is a delightful dish that will tantalize your taste buds with a burst of flavors. The perfect blend of sweet and savory, this recipe is a must-try for any food enthusiast looking to impress their family and friends.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a crispy flour batter, fried to a golden perfection, and then smothered in a tangy-sweet orange sauce. The aroma of fresh ginger and garlic fills your kitchen, while the hint of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick to the dish. This chicken dish is an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Not only does it taste amazing, but it also looks stunning. The vibrant orange sauce and the golden-brown chicken create a visually appealing dish that's sure to impress. Serve it with a side of fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Your guests will be raving about this restaurant-worthy dish for days!

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this Orange & Ginger Chicken is a fun and exciting recipe to add to your repertoire. It's perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party with friends. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a delicious masterpiece that will become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger fresh minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic minced
  • tablespoons spring onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red
  • cup rice vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless cut into ½ pieces
  • 2.5 tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice (about 1/4 cup from the fresh orange), lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat.Stir in the tablespoon orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. When contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag.Reserve the remaining sauce. Seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.In another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides.
  7. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.Wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  8. Mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. Reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories728kcal
Protein9.31%
Fat15.25%
Carbs75.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.88
Glycemic Load
18.76
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.380869565217%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
11.13mg
Naringenin
5.23mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.53mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
28.49%
Sourness:
22.43%
Bitterness:
17.02%
Savoriness:
20.13%
Fattiness:
24.41%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:728.34kcal
36.42%
Fat:12.39g
19.06%
Saturated Fat:1.84g
11.48%
Carbohydrates:137.86g
45.95%
Net Carbohydrates:135.93g
49.43%
Sugar:110.54g
122.82%
Cholesterol:36.16mg
12.05%
Sodium:1020.74mg
44.38%
Protein:17.01g
34.02%
Selenium:30.69µg
43.84%
Vitamin B3:8.45mg
42.23%
Vitamin C:24.7mg
29.94%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.05%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.54%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.18%
Folate:77.46µg
19.37%
Phosphorus:182.12mg
18.21%
Iron:2.92mg
16.22%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.57%
Potassium:503.98mg
14.4%
Vitamin K:13.08µg
12.46%
Vitamin B5:1.24mg
12.39%
Calcium:123.26mg
12.33%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.91%
Magnesium:42.08mg
10.52%
Copper:0.16mg
7.83%
Fiber:1.93g
7.73%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.6%
Vitamin A:159.24IU
3.18%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.88%
Source:Foodista