Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice (fresh is best)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip in beaten egg.
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Add chicken to the skillet and fry until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, combine orange juice, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
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Return fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce.
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Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
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Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
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Healthier Option: Bake instead of frying at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.
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Spicy Upgrade: Add more red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
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Extra Thick Sauce: Stir in a cornstarch slurry (1/2 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
