Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe in Just 30 Magical Minutes
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A gluten-free version of the classic orange chicken, featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce.
- Author: Maya Lawson
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free flour, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken pieces evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, combine orange juice, gluten-free soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, toss to coat in the sauce. Garnish with orange zest and green onions.
- Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase red pepper flakes.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg