Ground Orange Chicken
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese-American Fussion
Ground Orange Chicken
Description
Ground Orange Chicken combines ground chicken sautéed to develop a browned crust before finishing cooking with ginger, garlic, and crushed red chili pepper for a touch of spice and flavor. The sauce, a blend of rice wine, soy sauce, white vinegar, sugar, and fresh orange zest, creates a glossy and tangy glaze. The use of cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce quickly, allowing it to coat the chicken evenly. This method ensures the chicken remains moist while carrying distinct citrus notes from the orange zest.
The dish balances sweetness, acidity, and umami with a mild peppery kick, making it a versatile option for weeknight dinners. It pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables that complement the bright flavors. The cornstarch thickening step is key to achieving the right sauce consistency without overpowering the ground chicken texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 tablespoons ginger root , minced
- 2 teaspoons garlic , minced
- 1/4 tsp red chili pepper crushed, hot
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 4 teaspoons soy sauce
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 5 tablespoons white vinegar
- orange zest of 1/2
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- To make the sauce combine the rice wine, 2 tablespoons water, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, white vinegar, and orange zest.
- To make the cornstarch mixture, dissolve 1 tablespoon cornstarch in the remaining 1 tablespoon of water and set aside.
- To a large pan add 1 tablespoon oil and ground chicken.
- Cook until a good crust forms before breaking apart, then finish cooking by breaking it apart with a spatula and cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked add the ginger, garlic and crushed red pepper and cook for about 10 seconds.
- Add the orange sauce and bring to boil.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the pan and cook for just a few seconds, stirring until it thickens.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 405mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 604mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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