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orange chicken

A deliciously sweet and tangy dish featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a flavorful orange sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
Orange Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice about 3-4 oranges
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water
Garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
  4. Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
Make the Orange Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, combine orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the fried chicken pieces to the orange sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or fried rice for a complete meal.