Description
Crispy air fryer orange chicken delivers sweet tangy glaze on bite‑size pieces, perfect for quick weeknight meals. Coated in cornstarch for a light crust, the chicken stays juicy while the orange‑soy‑honey sauce adds bright flavor. Ready in 15 minutes, it pairs well with rice or veggies and fits a healthy lifestyle. This easy, flavorful recipe is ideal for busy families seeking restaurant‑style taste without deep frying. Serve hot, garnish with green onions, and savor brightly citrus taste today
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
Instructions
- Whisk orange juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder together to form the sauce.
- Toss chicken pieces in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F and arrange chicken in a single layer; cook 15 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a bowl, pour sauce over, and toss until fully coated.
- Serve immediately with your favorite side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness
- pat chicken dry before coating. Adjust sweetness by varying honey amount. Leftovers reheat best in the air fryer to retain crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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