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Savor the Sweet and Tangy Delight of Orange Chicken

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This orange chicken recipe features crispy chicken pieces tossed in a flavorful orange sauce, perfect for serving over rice or noodles.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and dredge in seasoned flour.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; simmer and thicken with cornstarch if desired.
  4. Drain fried chicken on paper towels, then toss in the orange sauce.
  5. Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice.
  • Adjust sugar in the sauce according to your taste preference.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg