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Panda Express Orange Chicken: The Easy Indulgent Homemade Twist

Panda Express Orange Chicken

Discover how to make a homemade version of Panda Express’ famous Orange Chicken that is easy and indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat them in cornstarch.
  2. In a bowl, beat the eggs and dip the chicken pieces into the eggs.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden brown.
  4. In a separate pot, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to create the sauce.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, add it to the sauce and stir until well coated.
  6. Serve hot over rice or with a side of vegetables.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, consider adding some red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Nutrition

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