Creating a delicious Orange Chicken dish at home involves combining crispy chicken with a sweet and tangy orange sauce. This recipe is designed to guide you through the process step by step, ensuring you achieve a flavorful and visually appealing meal. Here’s how to make it:
Orange Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the Orange Sauce:
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- Optional: Red chili flakes for heat