Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– Vegetable oil, for frying
– 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
– Zest of 1 orange
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– Sesame seeds and green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Creating this incredible Orange Chicken is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: In a medium bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. Set Up Breading Station: Place flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs into three separate bowls.
3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.
4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Fry the Chicken: Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. Prepare Sauce: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
7. Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a bit of cold water and stir it into the boiling sauce. Cook for an additional minute until thickened.
8. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the fried chicken to the sauce, stirring to coat each piece evenly.
9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible Orange Chicken effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g