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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken in 30 Minutes for a Flavor Explosion

Satisfy your cravings with this easy and quick Crispy Orange Chicken recipe for a delicious dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy
  • 1 cup Cornstarch For crispy coating
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 2 large Oranges (Zest and Juice) Fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Sweetness to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (Low Sodium) For umami
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar For acidity
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, to taste
For Frying and Garnishing
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying
  • 2 stems Green Onions Sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • Deep pot
  • thermometer
  • bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cut chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch pieces and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up dredging station: place beaten eggs in one bowl and cornstarch in another. Dredge, dip, and coat chicken pieces.
  3. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep pot. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Combine orange zest and juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Toss fried chicken in orange sauce until well-coated. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, maintain oil temperature and avoid overcrowding the frying pan. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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