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Orange Chicken – 35-Minute Recipe

Crispy bite‑size chicken pieces are tossed in a sweet‑tangy orange glaze with a hint of heat. This copycat of Panda Express’s classic delivers the restaurant flavor at home.

Recipe by Pierce Abernathy· Structured by ReelsMeals

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Orange Chicken – 35-Minute Recipe

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

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DinnerAsianChickenGlutenSpicy

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35 min estimated total time for 8 servings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 3 cup flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cup water (for batter)
  • 2 tablespoon oil (for batter)
  • 6 cup oil (for frying)
  • 1 tablespoon oil (for sauce)
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon water (for sauce)
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch (slurry)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut the chicken thighs into 1‑inch (2‑cm) cubes on a cutting board and set aside.
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl whisk together the salt, white pepper, 1 cup cornstarch, and flour until evenly combined.
  3. 3
    Add the egg, 1½ cups water, and 2 tablespoons oil to the dry mixture, whisking until the batter reaches a pancake‑batter consistency.
  4. 4
    Stir the chicken cubes into the batter, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. 5
    Heat 6 cups oil in a wok or heavy‑bottomed pan to 350°F (356°F).
  6. 6
    Working in batches, gently lower the battered chicken into the hot oil and fry for 5–6 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Transfer to a paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain.
  7. 7
    In a separate heavy‑bottomed pot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium‑high heat until it shimmers.
  8. 8
    Add the chili flakes, minced ginger, and minced garlic; stir constantly and cook for about 30 seconds.
  9. 9
    Stir in the sugar and brown sugar until dissolved.
  10. 10
    Pour in the orange juice, stirring occasionally as the sugars dissolve into the liquid.
  11. 11
    Add the white distilled vinegar and soy sauce, mixing well.
  12. 12
    Whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to form a slurry; pour into the sauce and stir.
  13. 13
    Continue cooking the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a maple‑syrup consistency.
  14. 14
    Return the fried chicken to the pan and toss until every piece is fully coated with the orange glaze.
  15. 15
    Drizzle the sesame oil over the finished dish and give a final quick stir.
  16. 16
    Serve immediately, optionally garnished with sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds.

Helpful tips while cooking

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Chill the battered chicken

Refrigerate the batter‑coated chicken for at least 30 minutes before frying.

Fry in batches

Work in batches when frying to maintain oil temperature and achieve an even golden brown.

Prepare slurry separately

Whisk the cornstarch with water into a smooth slurry before adding it to the sauce.

Cook sauce to proper thickness

Continue cooking the sauce, stirring frequently, until it reaches a maple‑syrup consistency before tossing the chicken.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to make Orange Chicken (Panda Express Style)?
About 35 minutes in total: 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking.
How many servings does this Orange Chicken (Panda Express Style) recipe make?
This recipe makes 8 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
Where does this Orange Chicken (Panda Express Style) recipe come from?
It was shared by Pierce Abernathy on facebook.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.
How many calories are in Orange Chicken (Panda Express Style)?
Roughly 900 calories, based on the nutrition details captured with this recipe. Treat it as an estimate.