My spicy orange chicken has the same flavor profile as its take-out counterpart: sweet orange, spicy chilies, and Asian condiments. I make this without oil, creating something much lighter and very tasty.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 bunch green onions, sliced, white parts and tops separated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated orange zest
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces
- ½ cup sugar snap peas
- 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced into rings
- 1 bunch cilantro leaves, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Whisk together orange juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl.
Step 2
Mix in chicken pieces and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Step 3
Drain chicken thoroughly in a colander, reserving marinade.
Step 4
Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook and stir chicken in the hot skillet for 2 minutes; spoon out any excess liquid. Continue to cook and stir until chicken caramelizes, 6 to 7 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in white portions of green onions, garlic, and orange zest; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in 1/2 of the reserved marinade; discard remaining marinade. Simmer until reduced and thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in bell pepper, sugar snap peas, and jalape?o pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are warmed, about 2 minutes. Stir in green portions of green onions; cook and stir 1 minute.
Step 7
Remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Chef’s Note:
You can use either sugar snap peas or a handful of snow peas.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 325 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat3g | 15% |
Cholesterol103mg | 34% |
Sodium627mg | 27% |
Total Carbohydrate25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 9% |
Total Sugars18g | |
Protein31g | |
Vitamin C62mg | 310% |
Calcium80mg | 6% |
Iron3mg | 16% |
Potassium606mg | 13% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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