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Crispy Orange Chicken


  • Author: lamharmalmehdi25
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A bright and crunchy dish with sweet and tangy flavors, featuring fried chicken in a glossy citrus sauce.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch in a bowl.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar in a separate bowl to create the sauce.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra crunch, ensure chicken is dry before coating. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: orange chicken, crispy chicken, Asian chicken recipe