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orange chicken recipe

Orange Chicken Recipe: 7 Irresistible Steps to Perfection

A sweet and tangy dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a flavorful orange sauce.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Dip chicken pieces in cornstarch, then in beaten eggs, and finally coat with flour.
  3. Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
  5. Simmer the sauce until it thickens.
  6. Toss the fried chicken in the orange sauce.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.

Notes

  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables.
  • Adjust the sugar for sweetness to your preference.
  • For extra crunch, fry the chicken twice.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: orange chicken recipe, Chinese chicken, sweet and sour chicken