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P.F. Chang’s Orange Peel Chicken – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
P.F. Chang’s Orange Peel Chicken – Copycat Recipe
A delightful copycat of P.F. Chang’s famous Orange Peel Chicken, featuring crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy orange sauce that will make your taste buds dance! Perfect for a homemade take on your favorite restaurant dish. 🍊🐔
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 orange
- Green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken in batches and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and orange zest in a bowl.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet, bring to a simmer and let thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 450 calories |
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| Fat | 20g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 40g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 30g protein |
Handy Tips
- For extra crunch, double fry the chicken after coating it with cornstarch.
- Adjust the level of spice by varying the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Serve with steamed rice or fried rice for a complete meal.
Ingredient Swaps
- Chicken: You can use tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Vegetable Oil: Substitute with sesame oil for a richer flavor.
- Orange Juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice is best, but bottled juice works in a pinch.
