Baked Orange Chicken
This Baked Orange Chicken features tender chicken breast coated in a sweet and tangy orange glaze, making it a delicious yet effortless dish perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Tender, juicy, and versatile.
- 1 cup Panda Express Orange Chicken Copycat Sauce Store-bought or homemade for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Essential for sautéing and baking.
- to taste salt Brings out flavor.
- to taste pepper Simple yet important for seasoning.
- 4 servings cooked rice Recommended for serving.
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions For garnish and added flavor.
Instructions
Cooking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the chicken in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for about 15 minutes.
- Brush the orange sauce over the chicken and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Plate it up over the cooked rice and finish with chopped green onions.
Notes
For best results, consider marinating the chicken in the orange sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. For extra crispiness, toss in cornstarch before baking.