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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken – Sweet, Zesty & Irresistibly Crunchy!
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Crispy Orange Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken that are double-coated in cornstarch for extra crunch, tossed in a delicious orange sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Chopped chives or green onions for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes or sesame seeds for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge in cornstarch, dip into beaten eggs, and dredge again in cornstarch for a double coating.
  2. Heat oil in a frying pan or wok to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  3. In a saucepan, mix orange juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Toss fried chicken with the hot orange sauce until fully coated.
  6. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and optional toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying to achieve crispiness.
  • Adjust the level of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
  • Double frying the chicken gives it extra crunch.

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