Description
Enjoy crispy, golden bite-sized pieces of chicken breast coated in a vibrant, citrus-infused glaze at home. This recipe replaces expensive takeout with fresh ingredients like orange marmalade, soy sauce, and aromatic ginger. The result is a perfect balance of sweet and savory that keeps the chicken juicy inside while maintaining a thick, sticky, and delicious exterior crust.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
0.75 cup orange marmalade
0.33 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated finely
0.5 cup cornstarch
2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Whisk orange marmalade, soy sauce, and grated ginger in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until thickened.
Toss chicken cubes in a large bowl with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fry chicken in small batches until golden brown and crispy.
Drain fried chicken on a wire rack or paper towels.
Transfer crispy chicken to a bowl and toss thoroughly with the warm orange-ginger sauce.
Notes
Ensure oil temperature is maintained to prevent greasy chicken. Use a high-quality marmalade for the best citrus flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
