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Crispy Air Fryer Orange Chicken: 10-Minute Delight

Air Fryer Orange Chicken
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Enjoy a lighter, crispy take on your favorite takeout dish with this Air Fryer Orange Chicken recipe. It’s a simple way to get that delicious orange chicken flavor with less fuss and more crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Orange zest and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and place it in a bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  3. Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the chicken. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
  4. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over the coated chicken and toss again.
  5. Arrange the chicken in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
  6. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the water and cornstarch until smooth.
  8. Add the orange juice mixture to the saucepan.
  9. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Add the cooked chicken to the saucepan with the sauce and toss to coat.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with orange zest and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For extra crispy chicken, you can double-fry it. Air fry for 8 minutes, remove, let cool for 2 minutes, then air fry for another 4 minutes.
  • Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the sauce to your preference by adding more honey or rice vinegar.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.

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