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Air fryer Trader Joe's orange chicken served with rice and vegetables

Air Fryer Trader Joe's Orange Chicken

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A quick and delicious meal featuring crispy orange chicken cooked in an air fryer, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package Frozen Trader Joe's Orange Chicken This is the star of the dish!
  • 1 spray Cooking oil spray Helps achieve that perfect crispiness.
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • 2 cups Cooked rice or noodles For serving.
  • 2 cups Steamed broccoli or bell peppers For added nutrition and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Place the frozen orange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
  3. Lightly spray the chicken with cooking oil to enhance crispiness.
Cooking
  1. Air fry the chicken for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  2. While the chicken is cooking, microwave the orange sauce from the package according to the instructions.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked and crispy, toss it in the heated orange sauce.
Serving
  1. Dish it up over rice or noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

For best results, consider substituting different proteins like tofu for a vegetarian version. Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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