Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade crispy orange chicken, where tender chicken bites meet a tangy, sweet sauce that dances on your palate. This dish transforms any dinner into a festive occasion, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal. With its delightful crunch and zesty aroma, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp cornstarch
Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

Prepare the chicken by patting dry and cutting into bite-sized pieces.
Set up a dredging station with flour in one bowl and beaten eggs in another. Dip each chicken piece in flour, then egg, and return to flour for double coating.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry coated chicken until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Stir until bubbling and thickened (about 5 minutes).
Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce until well-coated.
Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with sliced green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to enhance nutrition and color. For added crunch, use cornstarch in the dredging process.