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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken That'll Make Takeout Irrelevant

Crispy Orange Chicken is a delicious twist on takeout that's quick and easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 Eggs (Beaten) Acts as a breading agent.
  • 1-2 cups Vegetable Oil Choose oils with high smoke points like canola or peanut oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is the best choice.
  • 1/3 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Can be swapped with honey or maple syrup.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Fresh garlic adds a robust kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Powder Fresh ginger can elevate the flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Bowl
  • Paper Towels
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Orange Chicken
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-2 inches each. Place in a bowl and set aside.
  2. Set Up the Breading Station: Place all-purpose flour in one bowl, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  3. Bread the Chicken: Dip a piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, let excess drip off, then coat it thoroughly with flour. Repeat for all pieces.
  4. Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat approximately 1-2 inches of oil over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Add chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and ginger powder. Heat over medium and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Reduce heat and add fried chicken pieces to the sauce, tossing gently to coat evenly.
  8. Serve Immediately: Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy hot, preferably with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken pieces for at least 30 minutes. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep them crispy.

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