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Crispy Orange Chicken

Crispy Orange Chicken

Boneless skinless chicken thighs baked to прият crispy perfection, then tossed in a sticky-sweet homemade orange sauce. Healthy version without deep frying!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into small chunks
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
  • ⅔ cup fresh orange juice from about 2 oranges
  • 1 tbsp orange zest from 1 orange
  • 10 tbsp white sugar
  • 10 tbsp white vinegar
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice wine or dry white wine
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Shallow bowls or plates
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or wire rack
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare panko by pulsing in a food processor until fine.
  2. Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and processed panko in a third bowl.
  3. Coat chicken pieces in flour, dip in egg, then cover with panko and place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Spray or brush tops of chicken with cooking spray or oil.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and coating is golden brown.
  6. Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a saucepan, add ginger, garlic, and crushed red pepper, stirring until fragrant.
  7. Add cornstarch, stir for 30 seconds, then mix in orange juice, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and orange zest. Bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Reduce heat to simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until sauce thickens.
  9. Transfer baked chicken to a bowl, pour sauce over, and toss gently until coated.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and panko. To enhance crispness, place breaded chicken on a wire rack while baking. Leftovers can be stored separately to maintain crispiness, and reheated in the oven for best results. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spice of the sauce to your preference.
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