Description
This air fryer orange chicken recipe is a healthier version of the classic takeout dish, featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a tangy orange sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (for thickening)
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the orange sauce. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Once simmering, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked chicken in the orange sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken, spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray before air frying.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more honey or sugar to taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Protein: 20
Keywords: air fryer orange chicken, healthy orange chicken, easy orange chicken recipe, crispy orange chicken