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Tangerine Chicken

Delicious Tangerine Chicken: Quick, Zesty, and Healthy Choice

An unforgettable Tangerine Chicken recipe that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into a flavorful feast.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 2 large Eggs For coating chicken
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch For coating chicken
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tangerine Juice Fresh or bottled
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Red Chili Paste Adjust for spice level
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic and Ginger Paste Mixed
For Garnish and Texture
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Diced for garnish
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1/2 cup Tangerine Segments
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice

Equipment

  • Wok
  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate chicken by cutting breasts into 1-inch cubes and pouring tangerine juice over them; cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. Prepare sauce by combining tangerine juice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, red chili paste, brown sugar, garlic and ginger pastes, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan; whisk and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Coat chicken by whisking eggs, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl; coat each marinated chicken piece with this mixture.
  4. Fry chicken in hot oil at 300°F for about 5 minutes until golden brown; use a slotted spoon to drain excess oil.
  5. Thicken the sauce by preparing a cornstarch slurry with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water, then stir into the simmered sauce.
  6. Combine crispy fried chicken, tangerine segments, and diced bell pepper in the sauce; toss together on low heat for about 2 minutes.
  7. Garnish and serve hot over rice or noodles, topped with green onions and optional sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is marinated well for best flavor and texture. Adjust spice to preference and use fresh juice when possible.

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