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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken: Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner

This Crispy Orange Chicken is a quick, flavorful dinner that brings the taste of takeout to your home in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Fresh chicken makes for a juicy texture.
  • 2 Large Eggs Acts as a binder for the flour coating.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides that irresistible crispiness.
For the Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Consider peanut oil for added flavor.
For the Orange Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Use fresh juice for the best taste.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar enhances the flavor beautifully.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Can substitute with garlic powder.
  • 1 tsp Ginger Powder Feel free to swap in fresh ginger.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow bowls
  • saucepan
  • slotted spoon
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt. In another bowl, crack and beat the large eggs.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs and then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
  4. In a large skillet, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by about half an inch and heat it.
  5. Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil in batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
  6. In a separate saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and ginger powder over medium heat.
  7. Once your crispy chicken is ready, transfer it to the saucepan with the orange sauce and toss until well-coated.
  8. Serve your Crispy Orange Chicken immediately over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for more flavor. Fry in small batches to prevent sogginess.

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