Orange Chicken
Orange chicken is a delightful fusion of crispy chicken pieces and a vibrant, sweet and tangy orange sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, filling your home with irresistible aromas. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Dredge the chicken pieces in flour until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the coated chicken in batches for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
- In the same skillet, pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Add the fried chicken and toss to coat.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, double-fry the chicken by frying it once, removing it from the oil, and frying it again after coating it in sauce. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different twist. Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for added nutrition and color.