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Air Fryer Orange Chicken

A healthier version of orange chicken, crispy and flavorful while being easy to prepare at home using an air fryer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup tapioca starch For an extra crispy coating
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup orange juice Unsweetened
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Look for low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes For a little heat
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch To thicken the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place the beaten eggs in one bowl and the tapioca starch in another.
Dredging
  1. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then coat it thoroughly with tapioca starch.
  2. Shake off any excess starch to avoid clumping.
Air Frying
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even crisping.
Making the Sauce
  1. Combine the orange juice, sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, red chili flakes, and corn starch mixed with water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat until bubbling and thickened (about 5 minutes).
Combining & Serving
  1. Toss the crispy chicken pieces in the orange sauce until well coated.
  2. Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with sesame seeds or green onions.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in the air fryer.