Description

baked orange chicken is a quick, oven-baked version of the classic takeout favorite, featuring bite-size chicken pieces coated in cornstarch and tossed in a sweet-tangy orange-soy glaze. This easy recipe uses pantry staples like orange juice, soy sauce, ginger and garlic to create a glossy sauce that clings to each piece. Ready in under 30 minutes, it serves four and pairs perfectly with rice or steamed vegetables, making it ideal for busy weeknight meals and family gatherings. Enjoy the zest.!!

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch until coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Whisk orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic together.
Place chicken on the prepared sheet and pour sauce over it.
Bake 20‑25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbly.

Notes

For extra crispiness
broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes of baking. Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar to 2 ½ tablespoons if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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