Description
Crispy Orange Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a crunchy panko crust and tossed in a sweet and tangy orange sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat them with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Once simmering, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss the fried chicken pieces in the orange sauce until well coated. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier version, bake the breaded chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.
- Add steamed broccoli or bell peppers to the dish for extra color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg