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Easy Gluten Free Orange Chicken Recipe

Gluten-Free Orange Chicken
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Make the best GlutenFree Orange Chicken with this quick and delicious recipe tested in my Texas kitchen So easy my kids love this Get the recipe

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil, for frying
  • 1 cup orange juice, fresh squeezed if possible!
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free tamari (or coconut aminos for soy-free)
  • 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, making sure they are evenly coated. This helps create a crispy coating when frying.
  • Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken in a single layer. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Overcrowding will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy chicken.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, tamari (or coconut aminos), honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat. The aroma at this point is just heavenly, y’all.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering orange sauce and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon. After testing this several times, I learned that adding the slurry slowly while whisking prevents clumps.
  • Add the fried chicken to the saucepan with the orange sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. The chicken will absorb some of the sauce, becoming even more flavorful.
  • Serve immediately over cooked rice (brown rice, white rice, or quinoa). Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. My family loves this with a side of steamed broccoli or green beans.

Notes

This gluten-free orange chicken recipe is a winner! A delicious, easy-to-make dinner that the whole family will love, and you won’t have to feel guilty about it!

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