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Orange Chicken

Orange Chicken

A delicious and crispy Orange Chicken recipe that combines battered chicken thighs with a tangy orange sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 cups
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • wok

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 2 large eggs
  • Garlic and chili flakes for seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Marinate chicken thighs with water, baking soda, and salt until absorbed.
  • Add eggs and cornstarch; mix well.
  • Heat oil in a wok to 375°F.
  • Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown, then double fry for extra crispiness.
  • Prepare the sauce with orange juice, zest, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch; cook until thickened.
  • Combine fried chicken with the sauce; serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (240g)Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g
Keyword Chicken Recipe, Chinese Cuisine, comfort food, fried chicken, Orange Chicken
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