Easy Orange Chicken

This easy orange chicken recipe is a delicious and simple way to make a classic Chinese takeout dish at home. The orange sauce is sweet and tangy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1/2 cup orange juice
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken cubes in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
2. Add the flour to the bowl and toss to coat the chicken.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water.
8. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens.
9. Serve the chicken over steamed rice and vegetables.

Nutritional Information:

– Calories: 437
– Fat: 12.5g
– Saturated Fat: 2.5g
– Cholesterol: 73mg
– Sodium: 1020mg
– Carbohydrates: 41.5g
– Fiber: 1.5g
– Sugar: 17.5g
– Protein: 33.5g