Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

Chicken breast

cut into strips

0.5 cup

Orange juice

0.33 cup

Brown sugar

1 unit

Orange peel

0.5 cup

Orange marmalaid

0.25 cup

Flour

2 tbsp

Cooking oil

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350F.

Step 2
~5 min

Cut chicken breast into strips.

Step 3
~5 min

Flour chicken strips.

Step 4
~5 min

Brown floured chicken strips in cooking oil (do not fully cook).

Step 5
~5 min

In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, orange juice, marmalade, and orange peel on low heat.

Step 6
~5 min

Simmer the sauce until slightly thickened.

Step 7
~5 min

Dip browned chicken in the orange sauce.

Step 8
~5 min

Place chicken pieces on a cookie sheet.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is glazed.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier chicken, use cornstarch instead of flour.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for presentation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

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 steamed rice.

Serve with stir-fried vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed broccoli
Egg rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Chinese-American)

Cultural Significance

A popular takeout dish adapted for American tastes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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