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Double Crunch Orange Chicken

Double Crunch Orange Chicken

Double Crunch Orange Chicken is a crispy, flavorful dish with a zesty orange sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts Pound for even cook and crispy texture
  • 2 cups flour Creates the perfect crispy coating
  • 4 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors
  • 4 teaspoon black pepper Adds right amount of kick
  • 3 tablespoon ground ginger Infuses warm, zesty note
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground nutmeg Adds depth to flavor
  • 2 teaspoon ground thyme Balances sweetness
  • 2 teaspoon ground sage Provides warm, earthy flavor
  • 2 tablespoon paprika Adds color and subtle smoky taste
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper A little heat goes a long way

For the Breading

  • 2 units eggs Binding agent for coating
  • 4 tablespoon water Thins the egg wash

For Frying

  • canola oil Neutral oil for frying

For the Orange Sauce

  • 3 cloves minced garlic Fragrant base for sauce
  • 3 tablespoon peanut oil Enhances flavor
  • 3 cups orange juice Delivers sweet tanginess
  • 1 small finely grated zest of orange Adds fresh flavor
  • ¾ cup honey Balances tanginess
  • ⅓ cup rice wine vinegar Provides necessary tang
  • ½ teaspoon salt Adjusts flavors in sauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper Complements sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes Adds heat
  • 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon corn starch Thickens sauce
  • ¼ cup water Creates smooth slurry

Instructions
 

Basic Instructions

  • Pound the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even ½ inch thickness.
  • Mix the Flour Mixture: Sift together flour, salt, black pepper, ground ginger, nutmeg, thyme, sage, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
  • Prepare the Egg Wash: Whisk together the eggs and water until smooth.
  • Coat the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, dip in flour mixture, then in egg wash, and back into flour for double crunch.
  • Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat, frying chicken for about 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Drain the Chicken: Transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack to keep coating crisp.
  • Sauté the Garlic: Heat peanut oil in a saucepan, sauté minced garlic for a couple of minutes.
  • Combine Sauce Ingredients: Add orange juice, honey, vinegar, salt, pepper, and chili to saucepan, simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Thicken the Sauce: Mix corn starch with water, pour into sauce while stirring to thicken.
  • Finish the Dish: Boil sauce for another minute, coat chicken with sauce, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Chicken Recipe, crispy chicken, double crunch, fried chicken, orange chicken, Orange Sauce
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