Panda Express Orange Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

Panda Express Orange Chicken (Copycat Recipe)

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
45 min
6 servings

This copycat recipe for Panda Express orange chicken is just like the real deal! Learn the simple recipe, plus, get cooking tips to be sure it comes out perfect every time.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 egg
  • 1 -1/2 teaspoons salt
  • white pepper
  • oil (to fry the chicken)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 tablespoons ginger root, minced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 green onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the diced chicken to a large bowl and put it aside for later.

  2. 2

    Mix the soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, and orange zest in a small bowl. Put it aside for later.