Chinese

Orange Chicken

Name: Orange Chicken
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks); 1/2 cup Cornstarch (for coating); 1/2 cup Fresh orange juice (plus 1 tbsp freshly grated orange zest); 3 tbsp White sugar; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp White vinegar; 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Cornstarch (for the sauce slurry)

Crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet, tangy orange-flavored glaze.

40 minutes

Serves 3

Dinner

Contains common allergens

Soy Wheat

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Instructions

6 steps

1
Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken chunks in 1/2 cup of cornstarch until thoroughly dredged. Shake off the excess.

2
Deep-Fry: Heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Fry the coated chicken pieces for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden and crispy on the outside but juicy inside. Remove and drain on a wire rack.
3
Prepare the Orange Sauce: In a bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, orange zest, sugar, soy sauce, and white vinegar.
4
Cook Aromatics: In a clean wok or large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 15 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
5
Simmer and Thicken: Pour the orange liquid mixture into the wok and bring to a rapid simmer. Slowly stir in the 1 tsp cornstarch slurry. Let it bubble for 1-2 minutes until it transforms into a thick, glossy, sticky glaze.
6
Toss and Serve: Add the fried chicken back to the wok. Toss vigorously over the heat for 30-45 seconds until the chicken absorbs the flavor and is completely lacquered with the orange glaze. Garnish with extra zest if desired.

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