Description
Orange Chicken is a delightful dish that marries crispy chicken with a sweet and tangy orange sauce, creating a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, making it an instant hit with family and friends. With its enticing aroma and vibrant colors, Orange Chicken not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a splash of excitement to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3-4)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Set up a dredging station with one bowl of beaten eggs and another with flour mixed with salt and pepper. Coat each piece of chicken in egg, then flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic over medium heat. Simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until thoroughly coated and serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg