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Orange Pepper Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating in Chinese-American cuisine, Orange Pepper Chicken is a popular dish that combines sweet and savory flavors with a hint of spice. It's often enjoyed as a quick weeknight meal, showcasing the use of fresh ingredients like bell peppers and citrus. This dish has gained popularity in various Asian restaurants across the globe, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its core essence.

Chinese-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons orange pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chicken seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot powder is a healthier thickening agent, while flour is more economical.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier option, while canola oil is a budget-friendly substitute.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: none

White pepper provides a similar flavor without the cost.

1

Wash and pat dry chicken drumsticks.

2

Season drumsticks with olive oil, orange pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

3

Mix the seasonings with the chicken until well coated.

4

Cover the seasoned chicken with plastic wrap and let it marinate.

5

Place the marinated drumsticks into a drumstick holder.

6

Bake in the oven for about an hour.

7

Prepare an orange glaze with butter, orange pepper seasoning, orange juice, and honey until thick.

8

Brush the glaze onto the baked chicken drumsticks.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

baking sheetmixing bowlsaucepanmeasuring cupsspatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Orange ChickenCrispy Orange Chicken

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