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Homemade Orange Chicken & Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

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A delicious homemade version of the classic takeout combo: crispy orange chicken served with savory teriyaki chicken fried rice.

Ingredients

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  • For the Crispy Orange Chicken:
  • 1 lb chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil (for frying)
  • For the Orange Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • For the Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice:
  • 2 cups cooked white rice, chilled
  • 1/2 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crispy Orange Chicken: Toss chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  2. Make the Orange Sauce: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until coated.
  3. Cook the Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. Add remaining oil, then scramble the eggs. Add peas and carrots, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add chilled rice, breaking up any clumps. Return chicken to the pan, add teriyaki sauce, and stir-fry until everything is heated through. Stir in green onions.
  4. Serve orange chicken over or alongside the teriyaki chicken fried rice.

Notes

For best results, use day-old, chilled rice for the fried rice to prevent it from becoming mushy. Adjust the sweetness of the orange sauce by adding more or less brown sugar to taste.

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