Orange Chicken
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Orange Chicken, a dish that rivals your favorite Chinese takeout but with a healthier twist. This recipe features boneless chicken thighs marinated to perfection, then double-fried for an irresistibly crispy texture. Coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce made with fresh juice and zest, it bursts with flavor while remaining quick to prepare—ideal for busy weeknights or impressing your guests at special gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon oil (any neutral oil is fine)
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ tablespoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon Chinese chili pepper flakes
- 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced)
- Oil (as needed for cooking)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in water, baking soda, and salt for about 30 minutes.
- Combine eggs and cornstarch with the marinated chicken until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a wok to 375°F, then fry chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing orange juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch; cook until bubbly.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well-coated and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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