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Savor Homemade Orange Chicken

Savor Homemade Orange Chicken That Rivals Takeout Delight

Savor Homemade Orange Chicken in just 35 minutes—a quick and convenient meal option that delights taste buds and caters to all diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breaded Chicken
  • 2 large eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or potato starch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper optional
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup canola oil for frying
For the Tangy Orange Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger or ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice bottled juice is fine
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce or soy sauce and brown sugar mix
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce reduce based on taste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 unit juice of lemon extra orange juice can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons scallions or chives for garnish
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked white rice

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • saucepan
  • Tongs
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Dredging Station: In one bowl, beat together 2 large eggs. In another bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
  2. Coat Chicken: Dip chicken pieces into the egg mixture, then toss in the flour mixture to coat evenly.
  3. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F and fry chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Make Sauce: Sauté garlic and ginger, then add orange juice, hoisin, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add fried chicken to sauce and toss to coat. Serve over rice, garnished with scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure oil temperature is right for crispy chicken. Adjust sauce ingredients as desired.

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