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Chang’s Orange Chicken

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Chang’s Orange Chicken is a crispy and flavorful Asian-American dish featuring golden-fried chicken tossed in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy orange glaze. It’s a homemade takeout favorite that’s perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch (plus 1 tbsp for slurry)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup orange juice (preferably fresh)
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour and 1/2 cup cornstarch. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  2. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then coat thoroughly in the flour-cornstarch mixture.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, red chili flakes (if using), and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  5. Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry. Add to the simmering sauce and stir until thickened and glossy.
  6. Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, double-fry the pieces.Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.To make it spicier, add extra chili flakes or a splash of sriracha.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.To reheat, use a skillet instead of the microwave to retain crispiness.

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