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Gluten Free Orange Chicken

Gluten-Free Orange Chicken: Crispy, Tangy Bliss Awaits

Gluten-Free Orange Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines crispy chicken with tangy orange sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour Blend Can substitute with almond or rice flour
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For glossy finish
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
For Frying & Garnishing
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowls
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In one bowl, beat fresh eggs and in another bowl, place gluten-free flour blend.
  3. Dip chicken pieces into eggs followed by gluten-free flour, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry coated chicken pieces for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  6. In a saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Heat until thickened.
  7. Toss fried chicken in the orange sauce until well-coated.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry for a crispy finish. Use certified gluten-free ingredients to avoid contamination. Fry in batches for best results.

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