Description
Orange Chicken is a beloved dish that has captivated Chinese cuisine enthusiasts worldwide. This tantalizing creation combines the zesty, citrusy essence of orange with the crispy, golden-brown perfection of fried chicken. Whether you’re craving a takeout-style indulgence or seeking to recreate the flavors in your own kitchen, this homemade Orange Chicken recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. 1. Begin by mixing the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture. Repeat this process for all the chicken pieces, ensuring they are evenly coated.
2. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
3. 3. In a saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, orange zest, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), garlic, and ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
4. 4. Add the fried chicken pieces to the orange sauce and gently toss to coat the chicken evenly. Serve the delicious Orange Chicken hot, either over a bed of steamed rice or alongside your favorite steamed vegetables.
Notes
Homemade Orange Chicken can last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It’s important to let the chicken cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. When ready to reheat, you can gently warm the chicken and sauce together on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg