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Air Fryer Orange Chicken: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 8 minute

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup cornstarch
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 teaspoon grated ginger
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Air Fryer Orange Chicken is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare Chicken: In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Coat Chicken: Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then coat them in the cornstarch mixture.
3. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
4. Arrange Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray the chicken with vegetable oil for extra crispiness.
5. Cook Chicken: Air fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Make the Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, combine orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until simmering.
7. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Add it to the sauce and stir until thickened.
8. Combine and Serve: Once the chicken is done, toss it in the sauce until well coated. Serve it hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

With these steps, you will create a mouthwatering dish that exceeds expectations!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 28g