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Orange Chicken is a crispy, golden chicken dish tossed in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy homemade orange sauce. It’s a delicious takeout-style meal that’s easy to make at home and packed with bold, citrusy flavor.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in one bowl and a mix of cornstarch and flour in another.
  2. Dip chicken pieces in egg, then coat in dry mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towel-lined plate.
  4. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, zest, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens.
  6. Add fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat until sticky and fully covered.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Bake or air fry chicken for a lighter option.
  • Use tofu for a vegetarian variation.
  • Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.
  • Adjust sugar or red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Prepare sauce ahead of time and fry chicken fresh for best texture.

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