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Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl Recipe Easy Sticky Sweet Glaze for Dinner

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A quick and easy crispy orange chicken bowl with a sticky, sweet, and tangy glaze that stays crispy and flavorful. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup cornstarch (can swap with potato starch)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar (can reduce or swap with honey/maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening glaze)
  • Zest of one orange
  • Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice (for serving)
  • Steamed broccoli or snap peas (optional)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. (10 minutes)
  2. Beat the eggs in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken pieces into the eggs, then coat with the dry mixture. (10 minutes)
  3. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Test readiness by dropping a bit of coating; it should sizzle and float. (5 minutes)
  4. Fry the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per batch, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. (15-20 minutes)
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. (5 minutes)
  6. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk into the simmering sauce and cook until thickened and glossy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest. (5 minutes)
  7. Toss the crispy fried chicken in the sticky orange glaze until well coated but still crisp. (2 minutes)
  8. Assemble bowls by spooning cooked rice, topping with glazed chicken, steamed veggies, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and avoid soggy chicken. Toss chicken in glaze just before serving to keep coating crispy. Fresh orange juice and zest enhance flavor. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free flour. Adjust sweetness to taste and watch glaze thickness.

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