Description:
This air fryer orange chicken is crispy, tangy, and sweet. The chicken pieces are perfectly golden, coated in a delicious orange sauce, and served with rice and veggies for a complete meal.
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
For the Orange Sauce:
- ½ cup orange juice (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Optional Sides:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried broccoli
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with cornstarch.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, and coat with cornstarch.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Make the Orange Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.
- Heat over medium heat until simmering. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve:
- Toss the cooked chicken pieces in the orange sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve warm with rice and broccoli.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
Notes:
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy version.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or cauliflower for a vegetarian option.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Enjoy this flavorful and crispy air fryer orange chicken—a perfect takeout-style meal made at home! 🍊✨