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Close-up of crispy hot orange chicken from Panda Express, coated in a flavorful orange glaze with a hint of spice

Panda Express Hot Orange Chicken

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A crispy and spicy take on the classic Panda Express Orange Chicken, featuring a sweet and fiery orange sauce with red chili flakes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces",
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic minced",
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

    In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes. Bring to a simmer."

      In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes. Bring to a simmer."

        Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.

          Keyword Homemade Orange Chicken, Panda Express Orange Chicken, Spicy Orange Chicken, Chinese Takeout,, sweet and spicy chicken