Description
This Air Fryer Orange Chicken Recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy a classic favorite right at home, with crispy, tangy goodness and fewer calories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd it.
- Cook the chicken for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Check the chicken for doneness; it should be golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve the chicken over rice, noodles, or with a side of vegetables.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: air fryer, orange chicken, quick meal, weeknight dinner, healthy recipe