Description
A zesty and flavorful dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a spicy orange sauce, perfect for a delightful meal.
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
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then coat with the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered.
- In a medium bowl, mix the orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces in batches, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Once all the chicken is cooked, pour the orange sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken back into the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chicken instead of frying. Preheat the oven to 400°F, place the coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Add some vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the skillet when adding the sauce for a colorful and nutritious addition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg