Homemade Orange Chicken That's Simple and Delicious

This dish features tender, crispy chicken pieces enveloped in a sweet and tangy orange sauce that tantalizes the taste buds.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Main

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

1 pound Chicken Breast Fresh, boneless, and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour For coating the chicken.
2 large Eggs Beaten, for binding the flour coating.
2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying the chicken.
1 cup Fresh Orange Juice For the sauce.
1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness to the sauce.
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium, for flavor.
3 cloves Garlic Minced, for aromatic flavor.
1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated, for flavor.
to taste Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.

Begin by preparing the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Set up a breading station: beat the eggs in one bowl and place the flour in another bowl, seasoned with salt and pepper.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat in flour. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Test the oil with a small piece of flour.
Fry the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
In a saucepan, combine orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over rice or with stir-fried vegetables.

For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also bake the chicken for a healthier version.

Keyword Easy