Description
This Crispy Orange Garlic Chicken recipe combines tender, crispy chicken pieces with a flavorful orange garlic sauce. Perfect for a simple and delicious dinner that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Orange Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger (optional)
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge each piece of chicken first in the seasoned flour.
- In another shallow dish, place the beaten eggs. Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs.
- In a third dish, combine the cornstarch with a pinch of salt. Coat the egged chicken with the cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Fry chicken until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Cook minced garlic, then add orange juice, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and ginger. Simmer and thicken with cornstarch mixture.
- Return chicken to the skillet, toss in the sauce, and cook briefly. Serve with desired garnishes.
Notes
- You can substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free version.
- For extra crunch, consider double coating the chicken with flour and cornstarch before frying.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey depending on your preference.
