Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade Orange Chicken, a delightful dish that captures the essence of citrus without leaving the comfort of your home. This recipe features crispy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. Perfect for family dinners or as a quick weeknight meal, this dish is both satisfying and versatile. Serve it over steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles for a complete dining experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ tablespoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon Chinese chili pepper flakes
- 1 stalk green onion (thinly sliced; white and green separated)
- Oil (as needed for cooking)
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate chicken thighs with water, baking soda, and salt until absorbed.
- Add eggs and cornstarch to the chicken; mix well. Incorporate oil.
- Heat oil in a wok to 375°F. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown.
- Prepare sauce by mixing orange juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Stir-fry garlic and green onions in a clean wok; add sauce and thicken.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well coated and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg