Description
Crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a zesty, sweet, and slightly spicy orange sauce. A flavorful takeout-style dinner you can make at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch (for dredging)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Orange Sauce:
- 3/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium if desired)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
For Garnish:
- Chopped chives or green onions
- Extra red pepper flakes or sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces in egg, then dredge in seasoned cornstarch.
- Deep fry in vegetable oil at 350°F until golden and crispy. Drain.
- In a saucepan, combine sauce ingredients (except cornstarch slurry). Simmer.
- Add slurry and stir until thickened.
- Toss fried chicken in sauce. Garnish and serve.
Notes
- Fresh orange juice adds brighter flavor than bottled.
- Don’t overcrowd the frying oil—work in batches.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes