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Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken Air Fryer Recipe

Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken Air Fryer

Air fryer Trader Joe’s Orange Chicken is a fantastic meal option that has gained popularity due to its delicious flavor and ease of preparation. This dish is a favorite for many because it offers a perfect blend of tender, juicy chicken with a crispy coating, all tossed in a sweet and spicy orange sauce.

  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package Trader Joe’s Mandarin Orange Chicken
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, cilantro

Trader Joe’s Mandarin Orange Chicken

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Preheating ensures even cooking.

2. Prepare the Chicken: Place the frozen chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. This helps them cook evenly.

Placing Frozen Chicken in Air Fryer Basket

3. Cooking Time: Cook the chicken at 400°F for 8-10 minutes. Shake or flip the pieces halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.

Cooking Frozen Chicken in Air Fryer

4. Heat the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, heat the sauce packet. You can do this by placing the packet in a bowl of hot water or microwaving it for about 1-2 minutes.

5. Combine: Once the chicken is done, place it in a large bowl. Pour the heated sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.

Combining Chicken with Sauce

Notes

Ensure the chicken pieces are not overcrowded in the air fryer basket. This ensures they cook evenly and get crispy.

  • Author: Suborna Tanchangya
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (140g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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