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Crispy Orange Chicken

Irresistibly Crispy Orange Chicken for Your Weeknight Win

This Crispy Orange Chicken features a scrumptiously crispy exterior and tangy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners and picky eaters.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 2 Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed mixture for vegan option
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for alternative diets
  • ½ cup Corn Starch Arrowroot powder can be a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can amplify flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest From unwaxed oranges
  • ¼ cup Honey Or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a substitute
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to preference
For Frying
  • 1 cup Canola Oil Or vegetable/coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoon Water For slurry

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Thermometer
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Double Crunch Orange Chicken
  1. Prepare chicken by gently pounding to an even thickness, or slice into cutlets for quicker cooking.
  2. Make dredge mix by combining flour, corn starch, ginger, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Prepare egg wash by whisking eggs with a splash of water until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Coat each chicken piece in the dredge mix, then dip into egg wash, and return to dredge for a second coating.
  5. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Fry chicken pieces in hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Prepare sauce by sautéing minced garlic, then adding orange juice, zest, honey, vinegar, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
  8. Create a slurry with corn starch and water, then add to simmering sauce to thicken.
  9. Coat the fried chicken pieces in the sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients like garlic and orange juice significantly enhances flavor. Store leftovers properly to maintain quality.

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