Mandarin Orange Chicken Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 24, 2004

This is a great recipe! I cut the chicken into little strips. I also used 1 cup of orange juice and let the sauce reduce a little until it was thick and sticky. Served over rice with some chow mein noodles sprinkled over the top, this is a great weeknight meal!

—Brooke

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 28, 2007

After reading the reviews, I modified this because my husband is a "texture" guy and I didn't think he would like chunks of oranges. Instead of the mandarin oranges and orange juice, I added orange zest (approx. 1 tsp) and then squeezed 2/3 C juice from the oranges and added that to the sauce. This added the perfect amount of orange flavor without the extra calories of the orange marmalade alternative. I also cooked the chicken in olive oil and sesame oil instead of butter for a more asian flavor. I tossed in some broccoli toward the end and let the sauce thicken. It tastes better than takeout! You might want to toss in the cashews right before serving (or if reheating in the microwave, add after nuking) because they lose their crunchiness if they get cooked too long or microwaved.

—chibi chef

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Jan 22, 2003

My husband loved this! It was orangey without being too sweet. For homemade chinese food, it was pretty easy, too.

—mama2006

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Jun 13, 2003

This is easy and delish. A nice light meal great for summer dinner or company sunday lunch.

—beemer

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Jan 22, 2003

I dont have any kids, but i did, i think htis would be okay for them. its really easy and quick, but its not the authentic chinese taste, if that's what youre looking for. you can try putting orange zest of you dont have any mandarin oranges. its an average american version of orange chicken.

—LIVEFORCHRIST

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Mar 22, 2004

Great sauce! I used only two chicken breasts but the full recipe of sauce. Glad I did because my husband & I couldn't get enough of it. I added garlic powder, salt and pepper to the flour and more OJ than the recipe called for (added more as the sauce reduced). Just the right combination of sweet and spicy. THanks!!!

—RAMY813

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Jan 22, 2003

This recipe was great, I used chicken tenders instead of breasts. If you can't find tenders cut breasts in 1 1/2 in strips.

—GREGG

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Feb 25, 2004

Wonderful! When I have a craving for the deep-fried version at Chinese take-outs, I make this. I add a little Chinese Five Spice powder to deepen the flavor.

—LEAHESKER

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Nutrition

Calories
403 kcal
20%

Carbohydrates
27.7 g
9%

Cholesterol
84 mg
28%

Fat
18.8 g
29%

Fiber
1.7 g
7%

Protein
30.8 g
62%

Sodium
519 mg
21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Mandarin Orange Chicken

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 403
Calories from Fat: 169

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.8g 29 %
Saturated Fat 5.9g 29 %
Cholesterol 84mg 28 %
Sodium 519mg 21 %
Potassium 532mg 15 %
Total Carbohydrates 27.7g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 1.7g 7 %
Protein 30.8g 62 %
Sugars 14.8g
Vitamin A 18 %
Vitamin C 64 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 23 %
Thiamin 24 %
Niacin 157 %
Vitamin B6 46 %
Magnesium 26 %
Folate 23 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.