Description
A delicious and crispy orange chicken recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with a sweet and tangy orange sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Stir until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a large bowl, toss the crispy chicken with the orange sauce until well coated.
- Serve the orange chicken hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the orange sauce.
- You can also substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast for a leaner option.
- Serve over steamed rice or with a side of broccoli for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg