Orange Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade Orange Chicken, a delightful take on a beloved classic that brings the essence of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. This dish features tender chicken pieces marinated and fried to golden perfection, then enveloped in a luscious sweet and tangy orange sauce. It’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, served over fluffy rice for an unforgettable meal that everyone will adore. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy this easy-to-make recipe any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon oil (any neutral oil)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ tablespoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon Chinese chili pepper flakes
- 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced)
- Oil (as needed for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix chicken with water, baking soda, and salt until absorbed.
- Stir in eggs and cornstarch until well combined. Add oil and mix.
- Heat oil in a wok to 375°F.
- Prepare the orange sauce by whisking together juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown; drain.
- Stir-fry garlic and green onions briefly before adding the sauce; cook until thickened.
- Combine fried chicken with the sauce and serve immediately over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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