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Gluten-free orange chicken dish garnished with sesame seeds and green onions

Gluten-Free Orange Chicken

Enjoy the crispy, golden-brown chicken coated in a vibrant sweet and tangy orange sauce, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3/4 cup gluten-free flour blend (or almond flour or rice flour as alternatives)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying (choose a high smoke point oil)
For the Orange Sauce
  • 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice Use fresh juice for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (tamari works well)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca starch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better.
  2. In one bowl, beat the eggs. In a second bowl, place the gluten-free flour.
  3. Dip each chicken piece into the egg and then coat thoroughly in the flour. Shake off any excess flour.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep skillet to about 350 to 375°F. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
  2. Fry the chicken in batches for 4 to 5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer each batch to a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger. Heat over medium and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth slurry. Gradually whisk this slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens and becomes glossy. Remove from heat.
  5. Pour the orange sauce over the crispy chicken in a large bowl and toss gently to coat every piece. Serve immediately to retain that delightful crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with jasmine rice or steamed broccoli.

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