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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken: The Ultimate Flavor Explosion at Home

Crispy Orange Chicken is the ultimate flavor explosion, combining crunchy chicken with a tangy orange sauce for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken breast Lean protein base
  • ½ cup Cornstarch For coating
  • 1 large Egg Light egg wash
For the Orange Sauce
  • ½ cup Fresh orange juice Essential for flavor
  • ¼ cup Soy sauce For savory depth
  • 2 tablespoon Honey Enhances sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh, grated
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoon Green onions Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Toasted

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix the egg and cornstarch, then coat the chicken pieces.
  3. In a separate pan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger to create the orange sauce.
  4. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy.
  5. Once cooked, toss the chicken in the orange sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce for an extra layer of flavor.

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