Description
A family-friendly orange chicken recipe that’s simple, bright, and full of comfort, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1–2 green onions, chopped for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces in cornstarch. Work quickly and shake off excess.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the chicken until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes, turning pieces to brown evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, and honey. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Pour the sauce over the fried chicken in the skillet and stir to coat.
- Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a crunch-loving twist, consider adding a basket of crunchy chicken bites on the side. Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg