Orange Chicken
A tantalizing dish featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, perfect for a delicious meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 400cal
Carbohydrate: 45g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
25 min Cook
45 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup cold water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 cup cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg with cold water.
- Dip the chicken pieces first into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Set aside on a tray.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to fill the pan about 1 inch deep, approximately 350°F. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden brown and fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from oil using tongs or a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep warm.
- In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to the pan. Stir until the sugar is dissolved, then bring to a simmer.
- Slowly stir in the cornstarch-water mixture. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the orange zest.
- Add the fried chicken pieces into the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through.
- Serve the orange chicken garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. A tip: serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
