Crispy Orange Chicken
A delicious, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken coated in a crunchy crust with a sweet and tangy orange sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup flour
- to taste salt and pepper
For the Sauce
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering and preparing all your ingredients. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in cornstarch.
- Dip each piece in the beaten eggs.
- Coat the chicken in flour thoroughly.
Cooking
- In a deep pan, heat oil over medium heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orange zest.
- Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Toss the crispy cooked chicken in the sauce until well coated.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Crispy Orange Chicken pairs well with rice, noodles, or a side salad. Adjust the recipe to your taste, making it spicier or sweeter.