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Panda Express Orange Chicken

Crispy Panda Express Orange Chicken Made Healthy at Home

Enjoy a healthier version of Panda Express Orange Chicken with this air fryer recipe that retains all the crispy goodness in a guilt-free way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Main protein source.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for crunch.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Can use flax eggs as a vegan alternative.
For the Orange Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger (minced) Omit for milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Fresh-squeezed is best.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari works as a gluten-free substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Crucial for taste integrity.
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar Can use honey or agave.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest For enhanced flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference.

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). This usually takes about 5 minutes.
  2. In two separate bowls, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt in one, and beat the eggs in the other.
  3. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, coat in the flour mixture, then dip in the eggs, and back into the flour for a double coating.
  4. Grease the air fryer basket and arrange chicken in a single layer, spraying the tops with cooking spray.
  5. Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. While the chicken cooks, sauté minced garlic and ginger in a saucepan, then mix in the sauce ingredients and let simmer until thickened.
  7. Combine the cooked chicken and orange sauce in a large bowl, tossing to coat evenly.
  8. Serve over steamed rice or lo mein, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat dry chicken before coating for maximum crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer at 350°F until crispy.

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