Ground Orange Chicken (Print Version)
One-pan ground orange chicken with a sweet-tangy sauce ready in 20 minutes - a healthier take on the Panda Express favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground chicken
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon minced ginger root
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Sauce Base
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1 tablespoon rice wine
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2 tablespoons water
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1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
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4 teaspoons soy sauce
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5 tablespoons sugar
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5 tablespoons white vinegar
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Zest of 1/2 orange
→ Thickening Agent
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon water
# Steps:
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Combine rice wine, 2 tablespoons water, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, white vinegar, and orange zest in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until sugar dissolves.
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In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until smooth and set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and allow it to form a golden crust before breaking apart. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until fully cooked through.
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Add minced ginger, garlic, and crushed red pepper to the cooked chicken. Stir and cook for approximately 10 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour the orange sauce into the pan and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Add the cornstarch slurry to the boiling mixture. Stir continuously for a few seconds until the sauce thickens to desired consistency.
# Notes:
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Serve over steamed rice with broccoli for a complete meal
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This dish is a healthier alternative to deep-fried orange chicken