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Easy Orange Chicken

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A delightful and simple recipe for orange chicken that’s crispy, tangy, and perfect for any family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Zest of 1 orange

Instructions

  1. Start by taking your chicken breasts and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then dunk it into the beaten eggs.
  4. Heat a large skillet with a generous splash of oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the breaded chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
  6. In the same skillet, combine the orange juice, sugar, and soy sauce, stirring continuously.
  7. Mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry and whisk it into the sauce.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  9. Finish by adding the zest of the orange into the skillet to elevate the flavor.
  10. Serve your Easy Orange Chicken warm.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For gluten-free options, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch.

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