Easy Orange Chicken and Rice
Craving a quick, comforting meal? This orange chicken and rice recipe blends crispy chicken, savory fried rice, and a tangy orange sauce into one irresistible dish. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 0.5 cup Flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Chili Powder for seasoning
- 2 tbsp Butter
- Sesame oil
- 4 strips Bacon chopped
- 2 cups Long grain white rice uncooked
- 12 oz Frozen mixed vegetables
- Soy sauce
- 4 large Eggs
- Store-bought orange sauce
Optional Additions
- Fresh orange zest and juice optional
- Broccoli, snap peas optional vegetables
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, then fluff and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Coat the chicken in a flour and cornstarch mixture seasoned with paprika and chili powder.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet and fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Cook chopped bacon in the same skillet until crisp, then set aside.
- Stir-fry frozen mixed vegetables in the skillet.
- Push veggies to one side, scramble eggs on the other side, then combine.
- Add cooked rice and a splash of soy sauce, stir everything together.
- Return chicken and bacon to the pan, add warmed orange sauce, and gently toss.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Customize with your favorite veggies or extra spice like Sriracha or crushed red pepper!
