Onion Fried Mandarin Orange Chicken

Crispy and flavorful, Onion Fried Mandarin Orange Chicken is a delightful twist on a classic sweet and savory chicken dish. Juicy, golden-brown chicken thighs are coated in a perfectly crisp flour and cornstarch crust and paired with caramelized onions and vibrant mandarin orange segments. A tangy-sweet marinade of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and ginger infuses every bite with bold, mouthwatering flavors. This recipe's quick prep and cook time make it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners, while the stunning presentation—complete with green onion and sesame seed garnishes—makes it worthy of special occasions. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish with steamed rice to soak up the luscious mandarin orange sauce. Perfectly balancing crunch and zest, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 2 whole Mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Flour
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (finely grated)
• 2 stalks Green onions (chopped for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger to make the marinade sauce. Set it aside.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with half of the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, the remaining salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk them until smooth.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, dip it into the beaten eggs, and then coat it once more in the flour mixture for an extra crispy texture. Set the coated chicken aside.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and sauté them for 2-3 minutes until slightly caramelized.

Step 8

Pour the prepared marinade sauce into the skillet with the onions, stirring to combine, and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the mandarin orange segments to the skillet and gently toss them in the sauce.

Step 10

Return the fried chicken thighs to the skillet and coat them evenly with the mandarin orange sauce.

Step 11

Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the chicken absorbs the flavors.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot with steamed rice or your preferred side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2745.1

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 808mg	0%
Sodium 4580.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.5g
Protein 139.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 341.5mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2028.8mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 26.7%