Easy Kid-Friendly Orange Chicken

Directions

  1. 1Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  2. 2Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and water to create the batter.
  3. 3Coat the chicken cubes in the batter and fry in small batches for 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. 4Let the chicken drain, then fry each batch a second time for 2 minutes.
  5. 5For the sauce, mix orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger in a pan.
  6. 6Once the sauce simmers, stir in a slurry of 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water and let thicken.
  7. 7Toss the crispy chicken into the sauce to coat.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Tips

  • The double-fry technique is key for getting extra crispy chicken.
  • Work in small batches to stay efficient and avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • While one batch drains, start the next one.
  • Ginger in a tube is a convenient option that lasts a long time.
  • Serve over white rice with roasted broccoli.