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Gluten-Free Orange Chicken

This gluten-free orange chicken recipe combines sweet and tangy flavors with crispy chicken, making it a delightful meal for any family gathering or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Gluten-Free
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs You can also use chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp honey or sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free)
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp ginger Grated.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup oil for frying Use your preferred frying oil.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dip chicken thighs into the eggs, then coat with the flour mixture.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat; fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. In a separate saucepan, combine orange juice, honey or sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the glaze.
  3. Simmer the glaze until slightly thickened.
  4. Toss the cooked chicken in the glaze until fully coated.
Serving
  1. Serve warm over rice or quinoa, optionally with a side of veggies or salad.

Notes

For extra crunch, add chopped nuts or chili flakes for spice. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.