Homemade Orange Chicken Recipe: Sweet, Tangy, and Crispy!

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Homemade Orange Chicken Recipe: Sweet, Tangy, and Crispy!

Orange chicken is a popular dish that combines crispy fried chicken with a sweet and tangy orange sauce. It’s a perfect balance of flavors, making it a favorite for takeout lovers. Here’s how you can make restaurant-style orange chicken at home!



🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • Oil for frying
For the Orange Sauce:
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup sugar (or honey)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

👨‍🍳 How to Make Orange Chicken

1️⃣ Prepare the Batter:

  • In a bowl, whisk together cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
  • In another bowl, beat the egg, then mix in water and 1 tablespoon of oil.
  • Slowly combine the wet and dry ingredients to make a thick batter.

2️⃣ Fry the Chicken:

  • Heat oil in a pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  • Dip the chicken pieces into the batter, then carefully fry them in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 4-5 minutes).
  • Drain on a paper towel.

3️⃣ Make the Orange Sauce:

  • In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, orange zest, garlic, and ginger.
  • Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
  • Add red pepper flakes if you like some heat.
  • Once the sauce thickens, stir in sesame oil for extra flavor.

4️⃣ Coat the Chicken:

  • Toss the crispy fried chicken into the sauce until fully coated.
  • Serve immediately over rice or with steamed vegetables.

🍽️ Tips for the Best Orange Chicken

✔ Extra crispy texture? Double-fry the chicken for maximum crunch!
✔ More citrus flavor? Add extra orange zest or squeeze fresh orange juice just before serving.
✔ Healthier version? Air-fry or bake the chicken instead of deep frying.

Enjoy your homemade orange chicken—better than takeout! 🍊🐔

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