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Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken

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Description

A light, crispy batter and a delectable sticky orange sauce make this the best copycat Panda Express orange chicken recipe around.

Ingredient:

  • CHICKEN:
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1-1/4 cups sparkling water, chilled
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-in. pieces
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
  • SAUCE:
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Hot cooked rice, sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds