Crispy Orange Chicken Recipe
Enjoy a delicious homemade version of crispy orange chicken that rivals your favorite takeout. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a crunchy exterior and then tossed in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Author: SANA
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Orange Sauce:
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. This ensures even cooking and bite-sized portions for serving.
- Set up a breading station with flour mixed with a pinch of salt in one bowl and beaten eggs in another. This helps in coating the chicken evenly.
- Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with flour. Make sure each piece is well coated for a crispy exterior.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Proper oil temperature is key to achieving a crispy crust.
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger powder; simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). This creates the flavorful orange sauce.
- Toss fried chicken with the orange sauce until well-coated. Ensure each piece is coated with the delicious sauce.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles. Enjoy your homemade crispy orange chicken!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crispy Orange Chicken, Orange Chicken Recipe, Homemade Orange Chicken