ORANGE CHICKEN

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1 large egg (beaten)
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

For the Orange Sauce:

• 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Sliced green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)

Preparation:

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