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Air Fryer Orange Chicken

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A healthier twist on the classic orange chicken, made crispy and flavorful in an air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 cup tapioca starch
  • 1 cup unsweetened orange juice
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and set aside.
  3. Spread tapioca starch in another bowl and coat each chicken piece in the egg, then the tapioca starch.
  4. In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, and red chili flakes and stir until sugar dissolves.
  5. Mix cornstarch with the water until smooth; add to the saucepan and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  7. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook at 380°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  8. Toss the cooked chicken in the orange sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/air-fryer-orange-chicken/

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