It is no surprise that two of my favorite Chinese recipes are two of the most popular Chinese American recipes – Orange Chicken and Sesame Chicken! While they are similar, they are also very different.  Both recipes were invented in America and begin with bite-size chicken that is breaded and deep fried then finished in a sticky sauce.  The main difference between the two favorites comes from the flavor of the sauces.  Sesame Chicken is sweet and savory with a slight tanginess and nuttiness whereas Orange Chicken is citrus based which makes it orang-y, sweet and tangy and zesty from the orange peel. You need both in your life!