Orange Chicken (pollo A La Naranja)
Orange Chicken, or Pollo a la Naranja, is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the influences of Puerto Rican and Chinese cuisines. The tangy and sweet orange sauce perfectly complements the tender chicken, creating a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger to make the sauce.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the orange chicken over rice and enjoy!
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
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Small bowl
Tools
Whisk Cutting board Knife
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the orange chicken over steamed white rice or fried rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For an extra burst of citrus flavor, garnish the dish with orange zest before serving.
Cost
$15