Mandarin Orange Chicken

Chinese take-out you can do at home!  Super yummy.   I always double this recipe.  It's just not enough otherwise.

Mandarin Orange Chicken
2 chicken breasts, cut in bite sized chunks
1/2 c flour (I used a combo of regular flour and almond flour)
1 t garlic powder
1 t onion powder
1/2 t salt
2 t orange peel
2 T olive oil
1/2 c sweet chili sauce (bottled or make your own!)
1/4 c fresh squeezed orange juice
1 T minced onion
1 t minced garlic
1 t ground ginger
1 can mandarin oranges, drained well

Mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and orange peel in a plastic bag or container.  Toss the chicken pieces in the mix until they are fully coated.

In a large skillet, heat oil and add the coated chicken to brown on all sides.

In a small bowl, whisk together the chili sauce, orange juice, minced onion, minced garlic, and ground ginger.

Once the chicken has browned, pour the sauce over the top.  Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.   Stir once or twice to avoid sticking.  (You can deglaze the pan with orange juice if necessary)

Once the chicken is cooked through, add the mandarin oranges and let warm over low heat for a few minutes.

Serve with rice and your choice of veggies.

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Comments:
c = cup
t = teaspoon
T = tablespoon