Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken is a better-than-takeout dinner you can make in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect crispy coating and juicy chicken. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Refreshing Watermelon Rose Cooler Recipe for Hot Days and Moist Banana Bread Brownies with Chocolate Chips.

What You'll Need for Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Baking powder
• Orange juice
• Soy sauce (gluten-free)
• Honey
• Apple cider vinegar
• Ginger
• Garlic
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Optional: Green onions, chopped
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Orange slices

How to Make Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

1. Step 1: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder. Toss chicken pieces in the flour mixture until fully coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and let simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
4. Step 4: Add crispy chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat in the orange sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and orange slices. Serve immediately.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the sauce up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Reheat before adding the chicken.

Freezing Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

Freeze cooked chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe gluten-free, be sure to use certified gluten-free soy sauce and flour.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken breasts for thighs for even juicier results.
• Make-ahead: You can cut the chicken and measure out your ingredients ahead of time to make this recipe even faster.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try simmering it for a few more minutes or adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water).

Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Seasonings

• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Baking powder
• Orange juice
• Soy sauce (gluten-free)
• Honey
• Apple cider vinegar
• Ginger
• Garlic
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds
• Orange slices

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder. Toss chicken pieces in the flour mixture until fully coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and let simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
4. Step 4: Add crispy chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat in the orange sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and orange slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe gluten-free, be sure to use certified gluten-free soy sauce and flour.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken breasts for thighs for even juicier results.
• Make-ahead: You can cut the chicken and measure out your ingredients ahead of time to make this recipe even faster.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try simmering it for a few more minutes or adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water).

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can make the sauce up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Reheat before adding the chicken.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 13g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 17g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sat. Fat: 2g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Gluten-Free Orange Chicken Recipe for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!