Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of this gluten-free orange chicken recipe that brings the flavors of Asian cuisine to your dinner table. With a perfect balance of sweet and savory, this homemade takeout dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For the Orange Sauce:
- ½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- ¼ cup gluten-free soy sauce (or tamari)
- â…“ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
- sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry and coat them evenly with cornstarch. Dip each piece in beaten eggs.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sesame oil. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Orange Sauce: In the same skillet, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, orange zest, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Combine and Serve: Toss chicken in the sauce, simmer briefly, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Serve with rice or cauliflower rice.
- For crispier chicken, consider air frying or deep frying.
- Chicken breasts can be a substitute for thighs.
