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Air-Fryer Orange Chicken

Crispy air-fried chicken pieces tossed in a bright, sticky orange sauce for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • cooking spray for the air fryer basket

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Place the cut chicken pieces in a bowl and stir in the beaten egg until evenly coated.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and all-purpose flour.
  3. Dip each egg-coated chicken piece into the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating sticks; set aside on a plate.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  5. Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spray lightly with cooking spray, and cook for 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through so pieces brown evenly.
  6. While the chicken cooks, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, and orange zest in a small saucepan.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reduces and thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl, pour the warm orange sauce over it, and toss until all pieces are well coated.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pat chicken dry if it seems wet before coating.
  • Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the air fryer.
  • Use freshly grated orange zest for best flavor.
  • Adjust honey for sweetness to taste.