Bev's Orange Chicken

Discover the irresistible flavor of Bev's Orange Chicken, a homemade takeout-style recipe that combines crispy, golden-brown chicken with a luscious orange glaze. Perfectly seasoned and coated in a light flour and cornstarch crust, tender chicken thighs are fried to crunchy perfection before being tossed in a tangy-sweet sauce made with fresh orange juice, soy sauce, and a touch of garlic and ginger. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, Bev's Orange Chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal—ideal for weeknight dinners or a special occasion. Serve over fluffy steamed rice for a comforting, restaurant-quality experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs.

Step 4

Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then coat it in the cornstarch and flour mixture. Set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and add the fried chicken into the saucepan. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1239.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5237.3

Total Fat 479.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.9g
Cholesterol 939.0mg	0%
Sodium 4647.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 142.1g	0%

Vitamin D 113.8IU	0%
Calcium 217.3mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1563.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.2%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 9.2%