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Orange chicken garnished with orange slices in a serving bowl.

Orange Chicken

Try this easy Orange Chicken recipe that combines crispy chicken with a tangy, sweet orange sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 660 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 LB Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 Cup Cornstarch
  • 2 Large Eggs Beaten
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste
  • 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
  • Vegetable Oil For Frying

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 Cup Orange Juice Fresh
  • 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 Cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 TBSP Brown Sugar
  • 1 TBSP Orange Zest
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 TSP Ginger Minced
  • 1 TBSP Cornstarch mixed with 2 TBSP Water Slurry

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • To make the sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, granulated sugar, brown sugar, orange zest, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once simmering, add the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Combine: Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through and well-coated with the sauce.
  • Serve the Orange Chicken over steamed rice or with your favorite side dishes and garnish with sesame seed and green onion. ENJOY!