Crispy, Zesty Orange Chicken
Fresh Ingredients, Bold FlavorsāEvery Bite Counts
Skip the takeoutālet’s make something better! Our twist on classic Orange Chicken features Sweeet St. Louis BBQ Sauce for a sweet, tangy, and smoky flavor explosion. Fresh orange juice? Check. A zesty kick? You bet. This dish turns your kitchen into a restaurantāno delivery needed. Ready to add some SWEEETHEAT magic to your dinner tonight?
Quick Facts about this Recipe
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour
Servings:
4
Category:
Side Dish
Heat Level:
Medium
Why Youāll Love This Recipe!
This Crispy, Zesty Orange Chicken is about to become your new go-to!
Fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and that perfect crunch? Yes, please!
This better-than-takeout recipe will have your family and friends asking for seconds (and maybe thirds).
The chicken? Crispy perfection. The sauce? A knockout mix of sweet, tangy, and zesty, featuring the smoky kick of SWEEETHEAT Sweeet St. Louis BBQ Sauce.
Itās an unforgettable combo!
Bonus: you can have this crowd-pleaser ready in just one hour. Ready to wow your taste buds?
Letās get cooking!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1Ā½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Sauce Mixture
- 1 cup SWEEETHEAT Sweeet St. Louis BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Ā½ cup orange juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- Ā¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- [Chef’s Tip: Fresh orange zest makes a big difference – don’t skip it!]
Step 1
Prepare Marinade (5 mins)
- Whisk together Sweeet St. Louis BBQ Sauce, broth, orange juice, garlic, zest, and ginger
- Reserve ā for sauce
Step 2
Marinate Chicken (30 mins)
- Combine chicken with ā cup marinade
- Let sit at least 30 minutes
Step 3
Make Sauce (5 mins)
- Heat reserved marinade to boil
- Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water
- Add to heated marinade
- Cook 1-2 minutes until thickened
- Keep warm
Step 4
Prep Chicken (10 mins)
- Drain marinated chicken
- Dip each piece in egg
- Coat in remaining cornstarch
[Chef’s Tip: Pat chicken dry before coating for best results]
Step 5
Fry Chicken (10 mins)
- Heat oil in large saucepan
- Fry in batches until golden (1-2 mins each)
- Drain on paper towels
Step 6
Finish and Serve
- Toss fried chicken in warm sauce
- Serve over rice
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions (optional)
Storage and Tips
- Best served fresh
- Sauce can be made ahead
- Keeps in refrigerator up to 3 days
- Reheat in oven to maintain crispiness
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Sweeet St. Louis BBQ Sauce
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Yep, itās as good as it sounds. Inspired by the rich culture of St. Louis, the Gateway to the West, this sauce is here to bring bold, unforgettable flavor to your table.
Sweeet St. Louis Sauce is your secret weapon for next-level meals. Drizzle it on BBQ ribs, smother it on burgers, or toss it into a chicken salad ā and watch your everyday dishes become showstoppers.
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In Conclusion
Crispy, zesty, and oh-so-deliciousāsay hello to Orange Chicken thatās better than takeout! Packed with bold, unforgettable flavor, this dish is here to wow your taste buds. Cooking for friends? Treating yourself? Either way, get ready to impress. Sweet, tangy, smoky goodness in every bite. Grab a fork and dig in! Bon appĆ©tit!
