Crispy Citrus Glazed Orange Chicken

Recipe: Crispy Orange Chicken 🍊🍗

Description: This Orange Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of crispy, spicy, and bursting with citrus flavor, reminiscent of your favorite Chinese restaurant dish. Now you can recreate this beloved classic in the comfort of your own kitchen!

• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Sauce:

• 2 tbsp Light soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Sake
• 2 tbsp Dry sherry
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chicken:

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   • In a bowl, whisk together the egg and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until well combined.
   • Add the chicken thighs to the mixture, coating them thoroughly. Let it stand for 10-15 minutes to marinate.

2. Prepare Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, mix together the light soy sauce, sake, dry sherry, and cornstarch. Set aside.

3. Prepare Orange:

   • Cut the orange in half, then quarter it, and halve again. Remove the peel, trying to keep it intact. Remove as much white pith as possible. Set aside.

4. Fry Chicken:

   • Heat about 4 cups of peanut oil in a wok to 350°F (175°C).
   • Place some cornstarch in a small bowl. Individually coat each marinated chicken piece with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
   • Fry the chicken pieces in the hot oil for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. Prepare Aromatic Base:

   • Discard the oil from the wok. Add 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of peanut oil.
   • Add the orange peel, red chili peppers, and minced garlic to the wok. Cook until fragrant and the peppers start to darken.

6. Add Sauce and Chicken:

   • Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the wok. Cook until it thickens and becomes glaze-like.
   • Add the fried chicken pieces to the wok. Stir well to coat the chicken in the sauce and heat through, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the crispy orange chicken immediately with hot steamed rice.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 231.5
• Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7g
• Cholesterol: 147.3mg
• Sodium: 1143.7mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 13.6g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
  • Sugar: 7.2g
• Protein: 27g

Enjoy the delightful blend of crispy chicken, tangy orange, and spicy peppers in this homemade Orange Chicken recipe, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner! 🍊🍗