Description
This Ground Orange Chicken recipe offers a quick and flavorful twist on a classic favorite, combining tender ground chicken with a bright and tangy orange sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner that delivers zesty, savory, and slightly sweet flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound ground chicken
Orange Sauce
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground chicken until it is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Break up the meat as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Prepare the Orange Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Add Sauce to Chicken and Thicken: Pour the prepared orange sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to coat all the chicken pieces evenly. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the mixture and continue stirring until the sauce thickens, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Season and Garnish: Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste. Serve the dish hot, garnished with sliced green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- You can substitute ground chicken with ground turkey or pork if preferred.
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
- Make sure to stir continuously when adding the cornstarch to prevent lumps.
