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P.F. Chang’s Orange Chicken Recipe

P.F. Chang’s Orange Peel Chicken features crispy chicken pieces in a spicy, sweet orange-flavored sauce, and it’s healthier than the restaurant version! Orange-flavored stir-fried Chinese American food is always a hit, and this homemade version is no exception.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 485 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken:

  • 2 lb Chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp minced Garlic
  • 4 green Onions sliced
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup granulated Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Canola oil
  • Peel from 1 orange half zested and half julienned

Serve with:

  • Perfect Brown Rice
  • Roasted Garlic and Ginger Carrots

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Cut the chicken into 1-inch chunks and coat with cornstarch.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides. Remove chicken from the pan.

Prepare the Sauce:

  • If there is about a tablespoon of oil left in the pan, use it without wiping the pan clean. If not, add a tablespoon of oil.
  • Add minced garlic and green onions to the pan and cook for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Add tomato sauce, water, granulated sugar, brown sugar, Sriracha, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.

Combine and Serve:

  • Add the chicken back into the pan with the sauce. Top with orange zest and orange strips, mixing until all the chicken is coated. Let it cook for another 20-30 seconds to heat the chicken back up.
  • Serve with Perfect Brown Rice and Roasted Garlic and Ginger Carrots. Enjoy your homemade P.F. Chang’s Orange Peel Chicken!

Notes

  • Marinate for Extra Flavor: Coat the chicken with cornstarch and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before cooking to help it crisp up better.
  • Avoid Burnt Garlic: When cooking garlic, keep an eye on it and stir constantly to prevent it from burning and turning bitter.
  • Use Fresh Orange Peel: For the best flavor, use fresh orange zest and julienned peel to add a burst of citrusy freshness to the dish.
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