Orange Mandarin Chicken

Experience the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with this delightful Orange Mandarin Chicken recipe. Tender, golden-fried chicken bites are coated in a luscious homemade sauce, made with fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and tangy rice vinegar, offering a citrusy zing that’s complemented by bursts of juicy mandarin oranges. A touch of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic adds a fragrant depth, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures a gorgeously thick, glossy glaze. Served over steamed rice or noodles and garnished with vibrant green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is an irresistible fusion of crisp textures and bold flavors. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress and satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
• 1 cup orange juice
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ginger (freshly grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken by slicing each breast into bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

In a bowl, season the chicken with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third.

Step 4

Dip each piece of chicken in the flour, then in the eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Fry the breaded chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 8

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry and set aside.

Step 9

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the orange juice mixture and drained mandarin oranges. Bring to a simmer.

Step 10

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan while stirring, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 11

Toss the fried chicken pieces in the saucepan with the orange-mandarin sauce until fully coated.

Step 12

Serve the Orange Mandarin Chicken over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1778.5 grams (1778.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3347

Total Fat 151.10g	194%
Saturated Fat 26.90g	135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.30g
Cholesterol 964mg	321%
Sodium 6467mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 243.60g	89%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 89.20g
Protein 259.90g	520%

Vitamin D 89IU	445%
Calcium 383mg	29%
Iron 20mg	108%
Potassium 2987mg	64%

*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: 40.3%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 28.9%