California Almond Orange Chicken Bowl

Ingredients

For the Orange Chicken

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into chunks
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tbsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp white pepper
• ½ cup cornstarch
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup almond flour
• Frying oil as needed
• 1 oz sliced scallions
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• Slivered almonds as needed

For the Orange Sauce

• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 2 tbsp chopped ginger
• 2 tsp chopped garlic
• ¼ cup rice wine
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• ¾ cup orange juice
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp sesame seed oil
• ¼ cup water
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

Preparation

For the Orange Chicken

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix to coat the chicken.
2. Add the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and almond flour; toss to coat evenly.
3. In a 350°F fryer, fry the chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F and golden brown.
4. Drain and toss with 340.2 grams Orange Sauce. Garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, and slivered almonds.

For the Orange Sauce

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add canola oil, ginger, and garlic; sweat until fragrant.
2. Add rice wine; reduce by half.
3. Add soy sauce, orange juice, chili flakes, and sesame oil. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. Whisk together the water and cornstarch. Whisk it into the sauce and simmer to desired consistency.
5. Combine water and cornstarch, thicken sauce to desired consistency.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: 357.97
• Total Fat: 22.509g
• Saturated Fat: 2.010g
• Trans Fat: 0.026g
• Cholesterol: 72.444mg
• Sodium: 634.79mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 19.497g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.949g
• Total Sugars: 2.595g
• Protein: 19.990g
• Vitamin D: 0mcg
• Calcium: 27.081mg
• Iron: 1.707mg
• Potassium: 95.309mg

Notes

Designed to serve 8, each portion delivers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and bold citrus flavor — making it both comforting and nutrient-rich.