Oven "Fried" Orange Chicken

Oven "Fried" Orange Chicken is an easy orange chicken recipe that's baked instead of fried, so it's a no-guilt and less messy alternative. This oven baked chicken tastes just like your favorite restaurant's version - the chicken is crispy with a flavorful orange sauce. It's the perfect weeknight meal for when that takeout craving strikes.


Serves: 6

Cooking Time: 20 min

Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups Panko-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Mirin (rice wine)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Siracha
  • 3 garlic cloves, very finely minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons finely mince fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onion for garnish
  • Cooked white rice for serving


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