Mandarin Orange Chicken
Mandarin orange chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of mandarin oranges with savory chicken. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet, then add the mandarin orange segments. Stir to coat the chicken evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the mandarin orange chicken over rice or noodles.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large skillet Large bowl Small bowl
Tools
Whisk Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking.
Cost
$15