How many calories are in Chinese Orange Chicken?
Chinese Orange Chicken has about 600 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Chinese Orange Chicken
Chinese Orange Chicken is a lunch chinese recipe with 600 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
600 kcal
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1
Protein
30 g
Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh1 lb
- cornstarch.5 cup
- egg1 piece
- OilAs needed
- orange juice1 cup
- soy sauce2 tbsp
- sugar.25 cup
- grated ginger1 tsp
- garlic, minced1 clove
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat them in a batter made from cornstarch and egg.
- 2
Step 2
Deep-fry the chicken pieces until they are golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- 3
Step 3
In a separate pan, create the orange sauce by combining orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, ginger, and garlic.
- 4
Step 4
Bring the sauce to a simmer and thicken it with a cornstarch slurry.
- 5
Step 5
Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat.
- 6
Step 6
Garnish with orange zest and green onions.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
600
Protein
30g
Carbs
70g
Fat
25g
Fiber
2g
Micronutrients
Iron
2 mg
Zinc
2 mg
Sodium
600 mg
Calcium
40 mg
Folate
30 mcg
Magnesium
30 mg
Potassium
400 mg
Vitamin C
50 mg
Vitamin A
40 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.4 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
EggSoy
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Chinese Orange Chicken can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chinese Orange Chicken
Is Chinese Orange Chicken suitable for vegetarians?
No. Chinese Orange Chicken is not vegetarian as written because it includes boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh.
Is Chinese Orange Chicken gluten-free?
Chinese Orange Chicken is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Chinese Orange Chicken?
Yes. This recipe includes Egg and Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Chinese Orange Chicken ahead of time?
Chinese Orange Chicken can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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