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Homemade Orange Chicken

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A copycat recipe for takeout-style orange chicken you can make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Orange zest, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the flour mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Dip the coated chicken pieces into the beaten egg, then dredge them again in the flour mixture.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. In a small saucepan, whisk together orange juice, rice vinegar, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, ketchup, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, ginger, and garlic.
  8. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  9. Return the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the orange sauce.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with orange zest and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For crispier chicken, double-fry. Fry once until lightly golden, remove, and let cool for a few minutes. Then, fry again until deep golden brown.
  • Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the sauce by adding more brown sugar or rice vinegar to your preference.
  • You can substitute chicken breast for chicken thighs, but thighs tend to be more tender and flavorful.

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