Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3 slice

Chicken breasts

cut into 1" cubes

0.5 tsp

Paprika

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Pepper

1 cup

Rolled Oats

blended till fine

1 unit

Orange

juiced

1 tsp

Light Soy Sauce

5 tbsp

Honey

Step 1
~3 min

Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2
~3 min

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Step 3
~3 min

Coat chicken with finely blended oats.

Step 4
~3 min

For pan-frying: Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 5
~3 min

Set aside cooked chicken.

Step 6
~3 min

In a pan, mix orange juice, soy sauce, and honey.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat the sauce until it starts to thicken.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the cooked chicken back into the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Mix well to coat the chicken with the sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

For oven-baking: Preheat oven to 350-375°F (175-190°C).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~3 min

Mix together soy sauce, honey, and orange juice in a bowl.

Step 12
~3 min

Arrange oat-coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~3 min

Bake chicken until golden brown on one side.

Step 14
~3 min

Turn the chicken pieces over.

Step 15
~3 min

Pour the sauce over the chicken.

Step 16
~3 min

Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 17
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Marinate the chicken in the orange juice mixture for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or noodles.

Pair with steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed broccoli
Brown rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popularized as an American-Chinese takeout dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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