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Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe

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This Gluten-Free Orange Chicken recipe combines crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a flavorful orange sauce, perfect for those avoiding gluten but craving a classic takeout favorite. Using a blend of gluten-free flours, the chicken is fried to golden perfection and tossed in a tangy, sweet orange sauce made with gluten-free soy sauce and rice vinegar.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 3 4-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups vegetable oil (preferably peanut oil) for frying

Dry Coating

  • 1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (Pillsbury Gluten Free Flour)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or arrowroot powder (Argo)
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 large eggs, whisked

Orange Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (La Choy)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coating Mix: Combine the gluten-free flour, cornstarch, and ground ginger in a large plastic storage bag to create the dry coating mixture, similar to a shake and bake method for easy coating.
  2. Cut the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces by halving each breast and then halving again for uniformity and even cooking.
  3. Coat Chicken with Egg: Whisk eggs in a medium bowl, then add the chicken pieces, stirring to coat them thoroughly with the egg.
  4. Coat Chicken with Dry Mix: Place the egg-coated chicken into the plastic bag with the coating mix, seal, and shake until all pieces are evenly coated. Refrigerate while heating the oil.
  5. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F, ideal for frying.
  6. Fry Chicken: Carefully add chicken to hot oil in batches without overcrowding, frying for 3-4 minutes until the chicken turns light golden brown. The chicken will finish cooking as it cools slightly.
  7. Drain Chicken: Remove fried chicken onto a paper towel-lined baking sheet or plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Clean Skillet: Pour out the hot oil safely into a heatproof container for disposal or reuse. Wipe down the skillet and return it to the stovetop.
  9. Prepare Sauce Base: Spray skillet with nonstick gluten-free cooking spray or add a small amount of oil and heat over medium.
  10. Combine Sugars and Spices: Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and ground ginger to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  11. Add Liquids: Pour in orange juice, stirring occasionally until sugars dissolve, then add rice vinegar and gluten-free soy sauce. Stir to combine.
  12. Make and Add Slurry: Whisk cornstarch and water to form a slurry, add it to the skillet, and cook, stirring until the sauce thickens to a maple syrup consistency.
  13. Coat Chicken with Sauce: Return the fried chicken pieces back to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the thickened orange sauce.
  14. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious gluten-free orange chicken.
  15. Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute 2 lbs. of boneless, skinless chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a juicier texture.
  • Arrowroot powder is a suitable substitute for cornstarch in the coating and sauce slurry.

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