Description
This Hot Orange Chicken is a crispy, spicy, and sweet copycat recipe featuring golden fried chicken tossed in a bold orange glaze with garlic, chili peppers, and a tangy citrus kick—better than takeout.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp oil (for stir-fry)
- 1/2 cup dried chili peppers
- 6 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp green onions
Instructions
- Mix all sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk eggs with oil and coat chicken pieces.
- Dredge chicken in flour mixture and fry until crispy.
- Heat oil in wok and sauté chili peppers and flakes.
- Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Pour in sauce and cook until thickened.
- Add fried chicken and toss to coat.
- Garnish with green onions and serve.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes for spice level.
- Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
- Serve with rice or noodles.
- Ensure oil is hot before frying for crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Fry & Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-American