Easy Homemade Orange Chicken
This Easy Homemade Orange Chicken recipe features crispy, golden chicken bites coated in a zesty, sweet, and tangy orange sauce. Seasoned to perfection, the chicken is breaded with a crunchy mix of breadcrumbs and cornflakes, then fried until crisp. Paired with a glossy sauce made from fresh orange juice, zest, and a hint of butter and brown sugar, it's a flavorful dish perfect with rice, noodles, or veggies!
Equipment
- Zester
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 400 g chicken fillets cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
For the Coating:
- 2 eggs whisked
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 5 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 5 tbsp crushed cornflakes
- 2 tbsp parsley
For the Orange Sauce:
- 50 g butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Juice of 2 oranges
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water for a slurry
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken with Italian herbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
Coat the Chicken:
- In one bowl, mix eggs and minced garlic.
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes, and parsley.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels.
Make the Orange Sauce:
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add brown sugar and orange zest. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- In a separate bowl, squeeze the orange juice and mix it with the cornstarch slurry. Stir until smooth.
- Gradually pour the orange juice mixture into the pan, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Combine:
- Add the crispy chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Serve immediately with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables. Garnish with parsley or extra orange zest if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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