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Chinese Orange Chicken

Crispy Chinese Orange Chicken: Easy, Sweet & Tangy Delight

Enjoy an easy, homemade Chinese Orange Chicken that's sweet, tangy, and perfectly crispy, ideal for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper, then coat the chicken pieces evenly in the mixture.
  3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, approximately 350°F (175°C).
  4. Carefully add the chicken pieces in batches and fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  6. In a separate saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  8. Return the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan with the orange sauce, tossing gently to coat thoroughly.
  9. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, allowing the sauce to adhere well to each piece.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure your oil is hot enough before frying to maintain crispiness. Adjust sugar to taste for sweetness.

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