Mandarin Orange Chicken

Get ready to savor the irresistible flavors of Mandarin Orange Chicken—a delightful fusion of crispy, golden-brown chicken bites and a sweet, tangy mandarin orange glaze. Perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection, the tender chicken pieces are coated in a luscious sauce made with freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice, aromatic garlic, zesty orange zest, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. The sauce thickens beautifully, clinging to the chicken for a glossy, restaurant-quality finish. Garnished with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside crisp veggies for a quick and impressive dinner that brings bold, citrusy Asian-inspired flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken breast
• 1 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Mandarin orange juice (fresh or bottled)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 teaspoons Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Sliced green onions (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and all-purpose flour.

Step 4

Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour and cornstarch mixture.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.

Step 7

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine mandarin orange juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, orange zest, garlic, and ginger. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

Step 8

Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

Step 9

Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

In a large bowl, toss the cooked chicken pieces with the mandarin orange sauce until evenly coated.

Step 12

Transfer the coated chicken to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 13

Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1584.6 grams (1584.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3845

Total Fat 245.50g	315%
Saturated Fat 39.20g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 137.80g
Cholesterol 957mg	319%
Sodium 6483mg	282%
Total Carbohydrate 215.50g	78%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 91.40g
Protein 217.20g	434%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 271mg	21%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 2902mg	62%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 21.9%