Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- Place the cut pieces of chicken in a large sealable bag or bowl.
- In a medium bowl, add the broth, orange juice, zest, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Measure out 3/4 cup of the orange juice mixture, and pour it over the chicken. Stir to combine. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Place the rest of the orange juice mixture in a small saucepan.
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cold water. Whisk until smooth; add to the saucepan with the orange mixture, and heat over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a simmer, cook for 3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove sauce from heat, prepare to fry chicken.
- Preheat oil to 350°F in a large skillet or deep fryer.
- Beat eggs until foamy; place cornstarch in shallow dish.
- Dip chicken pieces in eggs, then coat with cornstarch. Fry until golden, about 5-6 minutes.
- Drain fried chicken on paper towels. Cook vegetables in oil until tender-crisp.
- Pour sauce over chicken and veggies, toss to coat.
- Serve over hot cooked rice, garnish with green onion and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Enjoy this flavorful, crispy orange chicken with nutritious stir-fry vegetables.
