Crispy Orange Chicken Recipe - Chef Mia Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs or breasts, without bones or skin, cut into small pieces (about 1 inch each)
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp water
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from around 2 oranges)
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional for added flavor)
• Cooked jasmine or basmati rice
• Chopped green onions
• Sesame seeds