Easy 30-min. Orange Chicken (Shallow Fried)

Name: Easy 30-min. Orange Chicken (Shallow Fried)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil); 1/2 green onion (finely chopped); 1 tbsp orange zest (grated, optional garnish); 1 tsp sesame seeds (toasted kind); 1 cup orange juice (freshly-squeezed, pulp removed (4-5 medium oranges)); 2 tbsp white vinegar; 6 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp regular soy sauce (or light soy sauce); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/4 tsp ginger powder (or grated ginger); 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional for spice)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

Crispy bite-sized pieces of chicken tossed in a savory, sweet, and bright orange sauce make the ultimate weeknight comfort meal. This easy orange chicken recipe uses simple ingredients and goes from kitchen counter to dinner table in just 30 minutes.

Updated at: Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:04:10 GMT