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Orange Chicken
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Orange Chicken

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Keyword: chicken, copycat, Shortcut recipe
Author: foodyschmoody

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 ½ Tablespoon water
  • 2 Tablespoon white sugar
  • 2 Tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper adjust amount to your spice level liking
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 Tablespoon fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • ¼ Cup water
  • 26 ounce bag of popcorn chicken

Instructions

  • Cook chicken according to package instructions.
  • While chicken is cooking combine the first 8 ingredients in a small saucepan over medium - high heat.  Bring to a boil.  In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water, add to boiling mixture and whisk or stir to combine.  Lower heat to low and simmer about 4 to 5 minutes until thickened.
  • When chicken is done, place it in a large bowl and toss with sauce. Mix well to coat and serve.

Notes

Alternate instruction: In place of the crushed red pepper you can use 1 teaspoon sriracha (more or less to suit your taste)
 
Adapted from: http://www.tastesbetterfromscratch.com/2013/05/skinny-orange-chicken.html