Air Fryer Orange Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
- Sesame seeds and green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Air Fryer Orange Chicken is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a coating for the chicken.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Toss the chicken pieces in the dry mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, pour the marinade into a small saucepan. In a separate bowl, mix the tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Stir this into the sauce and bring it to a boil until thickened.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked and crispy, transfer it to a mixing bowl. Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken and toss until thoroughly coated.
- Serve Immediately: The chicken is best enjoyed fresh, while it's still hot and crunchy.