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crispy orange chicken rice bowl easy recipe

Unbelievably Easy: 1 Crispy Orange Chicken Recipe!


  • Author: Melissa
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Make a delicious and easy crispy orange chicken rice bowl. It’s a sweet and savory meal perfect for any night.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast (1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Cornstarch (1/2 cup)
  • All-purpose flour (1/4 cup)
  • Egg (1), beaten
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Orange juice (1 cup)
  • Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
  • Brown sugar (2 tbsp)
  • Rice vinegar (1 tbsp)
  • Garlic (2 cloves), minced
  • Ginger (1 tsp), grated
  • Orange zest (1 tsp)
  • Cooked rice (for serving)
  • Green onions (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix chicken with egg.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and flour.
  3. Coat chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a pan. Fry chicken until golden and crispy.
  5. In a saucepan, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and zest.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened.
  7. Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss to coat.
  8. Serve over rice.
  9. Garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness to your liking.
  • Serve immediately for best crispiness.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli for extra nutrients.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian