Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Orange Chicken that rivals your favorite Chinese takeout! This easy-to-make dish features crispy, golden chicken thighs coated in a vibrant, sweet and spicy orange sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe brings the brightness of citrus into every bite. With fresh ingredients and customizable spice levels, you can create a meal that caters to your family’s tastes. Enjoy it served over rice, in wraps, or as part of a colorful platter for your next gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon oil (any neutral oil is fine)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon Chinese chili pepper flakes
- 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced; white and green separated)
- Whole dry chili pepper (optional)
- Oil (as needed for cooking)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with water, baking soda, and salt; mix until absorbed.
- Add eggs and cornstarch; combine well.
- Heat oil in a wok to 375°F.
- Prepare sauce by mixing orange juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Fry marinated chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Stir-fry garlic and chili flakes; add sauce until thickened.
- Combine fried chicken with sauce until coated evenly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg