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Crispy Orange Chicken Recipe with Sticky Glaze

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A restaurant-quality crispy orange chicken recipe with a tangy, sticky glaze that’s easy to make at home. Perfect for cozy dinners or weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • Zest of one orange

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another, mix the flour and cornstarch. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
  2. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  3. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orange zest. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Mix the cornstarch and water, then slowly add it to the saucepan, whisking constantly until the glaze thickens.
  6. Add the fried chicken to the saucepan with the glaze. Toss until each piece is evenly coated.
  7. Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and crispy.

Notes

[‘Don’t overcrowd the frying pan to ensure crispy chicken.’, ‘Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Adjust sweetness and spice in the glaze to suit your taste.’, ‘Keep cooked chicken warm in a 200°F oven if frying in batches.’, ‘For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and soy sauce.’]

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Keywords: orange chicken, crispy chicken, sticky glaze, Asian recipe, homemade takeout, easy dinner, quick recipe

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