This crowd-pleasing dish features crispy chicken tossed in a sweet, sticky orange glaze and finished with sesame seeds, served alongside classic vegetable fried rice. It’s a perfect homemade takeout favorite that’s both comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked jasmine rice (cooled)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup diced carrots
2 tablespoons soy sauce (for rice)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 eggs (for coating)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Oil for frying
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening)
2 tablespoons water
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