Ground Orange Chicken

Introduction

Craving all the tangy, sweet, and savory flavors of takeout orange chicken but want a quicker, healthier option? This Ground Orange Chicken recipe delivers on both flavor and convenience. By using ground chicken, the dish cooks up fast—no breading or deep frying required—making it the perfect weeknight dinner that satisfies the whole family.

All you need is a handful of pantry staples, a zesty homemade orange sauce, and about 30 minutes to get this crowd-pleaser on the table.

Why Ground Orange Chicken Deserves a Spot in Your Dinner Rotation

Traditional orange chicken is beloved for its crave-worthy sauce and crispy bites, but it can be time-consuming and heavy. By swapping out the battered pieces for ground chicken, you get all the flavor wrapped up in a healthier, lighter, and faster-to-cook package. This version is equally perfect for meal prep, serving with rice or veggies, or piling into lettuce wraps. Plus, the sauce hits all the right notes—bright citrus, mellow sweetness, and a savory, umami kick.

Crafting the Irresistible Orange Sauce

The real star of this recipe is the orange sauce, which gets its punch from fresh orange juice and plenty of zest. To quickly prep your aromatics (garlic, green onions, and bell peppers), reach for the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper—it makes dicing and mincing a breeze, so you’re done with the knife work in minutes.

You’ll simmer the sauce until it thickens and coats every bite of chicken. For velvety results, fresh juice from a couple of oranges and a dash of soy sauce balance sweet and savory perfectly.

Quick Cooking in a Nonstick Skillet

Ground chicken cooks up beautifully in a nonstick skillet. For best results and quick, even browning with easy cleanup, use the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch. This ensures your chicken doesn’t stick or dry out, and the sauce clings to every crumbly bite.

A tip for perfectly crumbled ground chicken: break it up with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher as it cooks for a fine, saucy texture.

Serving Suggestions for Ground Orange Chicken

This dish is versatile! Spoon it over steamed jasmine rice, pile it into crisp lettuce cups, or serve alongside stir-fried veggies. To keep rice from sticking, line your pan with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cleanup (especially if making a rice bake or sheet-pan meal prep). For a meal on the go, pack leftovers in the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl—ideal for keeping things fresh and separated.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 hearty servings. Each portion offers around 330–370 calories, depending on your veggie add-ins, and is protein-rich and lower in fat than restaurant versions. Enjoy all the bold flavor, with less guilt!

Ground Orange Chicken (Recap)

Skip takeout and make this vibrant Ground Orange Chicken in less time than it takes for delivery to arrive. Its zesty sauce, tender morsels of chicken, and lightning-fast prep will quickly earn it a place in your weekly dinner rotation.

Instructions

1. Prep your veggies and aromatics using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for even and efficient chopping.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, zest, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey/brown sugar, and sesame oil. In another bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
3. Heat oil in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground chicken, breaking it up with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher. Cook until just browned, about 5–6 minutes.
4. Add bell peppers and most of the green onions; cook for another 2–3 minutes until just tender.
5. Pour in the orange sauce, stirring to combine. When bubbling, pour in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken (2–3 minutes). If you like a little heat, sprinkle in red pepper flakes now.
6. Serve hot over jasmine rice, in lettuce cups, or with steamed veggies. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions. For easy meal prep, pack leftovers in your Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl for grab-and-go lunches.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Enjoy the irresistible tang and ease of Ground Orange Chicken—a simple, healthy dinner that’s sure to be a repeat hit!