Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade Orange Chicken, a delightful twist on a classic dish that brings the taste of your favorite Asian takeout right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs coated in a crispy crust, generously drizzled with a tangy and sweet orange sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Customize the sweetness and spice level to match your preferences, and serve it alongside rice or noodles for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- ½ tablespoon garlic, minced
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ tablespoon white vinegar
- Cornstarch for coating and thickening
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with water, baking soda, and salt; let absorb.
- Combine eggs and cornstarch; mix into the marinated chicken.
- Heat oil in a wok to 375°F.
- Prepare the orange sauce by mixing orange juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Fry marinated chicken twice until golden brown and crispy.
- Stir-fry garlic and green onions; add orange sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well-coated; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg