Panda Express Orange Chicken (Copycat)

Posted on 2025-09-15

Sweet, tangy, crispy & just like Panda Express at home!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut bite-size
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• ½ 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• Oil for frying
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• Orange Sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp chili paste
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup orange juice + 1 tbsp cornstarch slurry

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Instructions

1. Mix flour, cornstarch & spices in one bowl. Whisk milk, egg & oil in another. Dip chicken in wet → dry to coat.
2. Fry in hot oil (375°F) for 2–3 min until golden. Drain on paper towels.
3. In a pan, sauté sesame oil, chili, garlic & ginger. Add soy, orange zest, vinegar, sugar & orange juice slurry. Cook until thick.
4. Toss crispy chicken in sauce. Garnish with green onions.

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