Description
A crispy and tangy dish featuring juicy chicken enveloped in a gluten-free coating and a sweet orange sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3/4 cup gluten-free flour blend (or almond flour/rice flour as substitutes)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups, with a high smoke point)
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
- 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)
Instructions
- Cut boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks perfectly during frying.
- In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, place the gluten-free flour. Dip each chicken piece into the eggs, then thoroughly coat with the gluten-free flour to achieve an iconic crispy texture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350-375°F. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking and optimal crunch.
- In a small saucepan, combine freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, gluten-free soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ginger. Warm over medium heat.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually add it to the sauce while stirring until the sauce is thick, glossy, and silky.
- Pour the sauce over the fried chicken, tossing gently to coat every piece evenly. Serve immediately to maintain the best crunch and flavor.
Notes
Experiment with different gluten-free flour blends for varying textures and flavors. Adjust sweetness and acidity to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: gluten-free, orange chicken, chicken recipe, Asian cuisine, crispy chicken