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orange chicken

Orange Chicken: 35 Minutes to Flavorful Comfort


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A sweet and savory dish featuring battered chicken pieces coated in a tangy orange sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour and cornstarch.
  2. Dip chicken pieces in eggs, then coat with flour mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a separate saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, zest, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
  6. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened.
  7. Toss fried chicken in the orange sauce until well coated.
  8. Serve hot with rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by varying the sugar amount.
  • Use fresh orange juice for better flavor.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: orange chicken, chicken recipe, Asian cuisine