Crispy Orange Chicken
Description
This Crispy Orange Chicken is sweet, tangy, and perfectly saucy with golden fried chicken pieces coated in a bright, citrusy orange glaze.
Ingredients
Chicken Ingredients
Orange Sauce Ingredients
Instructions
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Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Crack the egg directly into the bowl with the chicken. Add ½ cup water and 1 cup cornstarch. Mix until a sticky batter forms. Add more water if needed to get the right consistency.
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Heat beef tallow (or your oil of choice) in a cast iron skillet. Once hot, fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Set aside on a wire rack to drain.
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Using the same pan and leftover oil, sauté the chopped bell peppers and onion until slightly soft and caramelized. Set aside on a wire rack to drain.
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In a separate bowl, mix fresh orange juice, brown sugar, ginger paste, garlic, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar. Pour into a saucepan and simmer on low heat. Once warm, stir in a small amount of cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to thicken.
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Toss the crispy chicken and sautéed veggies into the sauce, mixing well until everything is coated and glossy.
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Serve hot over steamed rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 540kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26g40%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 135mg45%
- Sodium 720mg30%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 34g68%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
crispy fried chicken, fresh orange sauce, cornstarch batter, stovetop recipe, quick dinner, restaurant-style at home
