Easy Orange Chicken Recipe

Bowl of crispy orange chicken with sesame seeds.

This easy orange chicken recipe brings sweet and tangy flavor to your table in minutes. Crispy chicken is coated in a bright, zesty orange sauce made from simple ingredients. It’s a quick, flavorful meal that tastes just like takeout but even fresher.

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine American, Asian, Chinese, International

Keyword crispy, easy orange chicken recipe, fried chicken, fry, fry the chicken, make orange chicken, orange, orange chicken recipe, orange flavor, orange juice, orange sauce, soy sauce

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Servings Portions

Calories 139kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Air Fryer
1 Tongs
1 Bowl

Ingredients

1 Piece Chicken Breast boneless
1 Piece Egg beaten
1 Tablespoon Cream heavy type
1/2 Cup Bread Crumbs
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Sauce for Orange Chicken prepared
2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds as topping
3 Tablespoons Green Onions finely chopped, for topping

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Instructions

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and measure out breadcrumbs, egg, and cream so everything is within reach before cooking.
Mix breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper in one bowl, and whisk egg with heavy cream in another to create your coating stations.
Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then roll in breadcrumbs until evenly covered for a crisp, golden exterior.
Arrange coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spray lightly with oil, and cook at 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) for 10 minutes.
Flip the chicken, cook another 5–10 minutes, then toss with orange sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

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Notes

Perfect Crispy Coating: For extra crispiness, coat the chicken before frying. Double-fry the chicken for a super crispy texture.
Balancing the Sauce: If the sauce is too sweet or tangy for your liking, adjust it by adding a bit of soy sauce for saltiness or honey for extra sweetness. Taste as you go to get the perfect balance of flavors.
Making it Ahead of Time: You can prep and coat the chicken, storing it in the fridge until ready to fry. This allows you to save time on busy days and enjoy a freshly cooked dish.

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