Description
Orange Chicken is a delicious dish that combines sweet and tangy flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a rich orange sauce, offering a delightful taste sensation that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. With its quick preparation time of just 35 minutes and the versatility to serve it over rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables, this Orange Chicken recipe is destined to become a weeknight favorite. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish is simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 6–8 boneless chicken thighs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Juice from 2 oranges
- 5 tbsp sugar
- 5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 egg
- Garlic powder
- Ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the batter by mixing flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cold water until smooth.
- Coat chicken pieces in the batter.
- Fry the battered chicken in hot oil (350°F) until golden brown and cooked through.
- Combine sauce ingredients in a separate bowl and simmer before adding fried chicken.
- Serve hot over rice or with vegetables; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For gluten-free variations, use gluten-free flour and soy sauce. Add chili flakes for an extra kick if desired. To enhance flavor, use fresh oranges for juice and zest.