Description
Enjoy a healthier, crispy take on classic takeout with this Air Fryer Orange Chicken. By using high-speed convection, you achieve a golden-brown crunch on the outside while keeping the chicken breast juicy and tender inside. The vibrant, zesty glaze made from fresh orange juice, garlic, and savory soy sauce creates a restaurant-quality flavor profile that is completely free of deep-frying oils or alcohol. This dish is the perfect quick and delicious weeknight dinner solution.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
0.5 cup Fresh Orange Juice
3 cloves Garlic, minced finely
1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper
3 tbsp Low-sodium Soy Sauce
4 tbsp Cornstarch
1 tbsp Fresh Orange Zest
Cooking oil spray
Instructions
In a large bowl, toss the chicken cubes with cornstarch and half of the black pepper until evenly coated.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.
Arrange the chicken in a single layer without overcrowding.
Fry at 375°F for 12-14 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through.
While chicken cooks, combine orange juice, garlic, soy sauce, and orange zest in a saucepan.
Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
Toss the cooked chicken in the glaze until fully coated and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is in a single layer for the crispiest results. If your air fryer is small, cook in batches. Adjust the amount of orange zest to suit your preference for citrus intensity.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Trending
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
