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Orange Chicken

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A crispy and flavorful orange chicken coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory citrus sauce, perfect as a homemade takeout-style dish.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Coat chicken in cornstarch, dip into beaten eggs, then lightly coat with flour.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and fry chicken until golden and crispy.
  4. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In another pan, combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  6. Simmer the sauce for a few minutes.
  7. Add cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  8. Add fried chicken to the sauce and toss until well coated.
  9. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
  • Serve immediately to maintain crispiness.
  • Air-fry or bake chicken for a lighter option.
  • Add chili flakes or sriracha for extra heat.
  • Adjust sugar to control sweetness.

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