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Crispy Orange Chicken Recipe Easy 5-Step Sweet Tangy Glaze

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A quick and easy crispy orange chicken with a sweet and tangy glaze that is perfect for weeknight dinners and crowd-pleasing potlucks. The chicken is coated for extra crispiness and tossed in a flavorful orange glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for shallow frying (about 1 inch deep)
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice (from 2–3 oranges)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Zest of 1 orange (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes, a pinch (optional)
  • Thinly sliced green onions (optional garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (toasted, optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  3. Dip each chicken piece first into the beaten eggs, then dredge in the flour-cornstarch mixture, pressing lightly to coat well. Place coated pieces on a wire rack or plate, avoiding stacking.
  4. Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Add orange zest and red pepper flakes if using, then remove from heat.
  7. Toss the fried chicken pieces in the warm glaze until evenly coated. Serve immediately garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) for best crispiness. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding. Toss chicken in glaze just before serving to keep it crispy. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend and tamari instead of soy sauce. Air fryer option: air fry at 400°F for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway.

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