Description
This restaurant-style Crispy Chinese Orange Chicken features tender chicken breast coated in a light, glass-like cornstarch crust, tossed in a vibrant, citrus-infused sauce. By balancing fresh orange zest and juice with savory soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, this recipe delivers a perfect sweet and tangy profile without the need for takeout. It is designed for home cooks looking to master that signature crunch and depth of flavor found in the best Chinese kitchens.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup Cornstarch
1 tbsp Fresh orange zest
0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp Fresh ginger, minced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
3 cups Vegetable oil for frying
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a medium bowl, season chicken cubes with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly in cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
Heat the frying oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fry chicken in batches for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove chicken and drain on a wire rack to maintain the crunch.
In a separate clean pan, sauté the minced ginger and garlic in a small amount of oil until fragrant.
Add the orange juice, orange zest, and soy sauce to the pan, simmering until slightly thickened.
Toss the fried chicken into the sauce until evenly coated and serve immediately.
Notes
Always fry in batches to ensure the oil temperature stays consistent for the crispiest result. For extra heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the sauce. Serve immediately to prevent the coating from softening.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
