Gluten-Free Chinese Orange Chicken
Discover the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory with this Gluten-Free Chinese Orange Chicken! This recipe transforms a takeout favorite into a healthier, dietary-friendly masterpiece without sacrificing the rich, citrusy flavor you love. Bite-sized pieces of chicken are marinated in a savory blend, lightly coated in gluten-free flour, and pan-fried to golden perfection before being glazed in a zesty orange sauce infused with fresh orange juice, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is vibrant, flavorful, and ready in just under an hour. Perfect served over fluffy rice or paired with your favorite gluten-free sides, it’s a family-friendly dinner that will impress everyone at the table. Whether you’re gluten-free or simply craving homemade takeout, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 Egg
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 Green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces.
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, gluten-free soy sauce, and the egg. Add the chicken pieces, coating them thoroughly, and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
In a separate shallow dish, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, salt, ground black pepper, and remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess, and carefully add to the hot oil in batches. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Wipe out the skillet, leaving just a bit of oil, and reduce the heat to medium. Pour the orange sauce mixture into the skillet.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce until glazed and heated through.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice or with your favorite gluten-free sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 73.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 586 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 5552 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 143.0 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1967 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
