High Protein Orange Chicken
A healthier twist on classic orange chicken made in an air fryer, packed with protein and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until cooked through and crispy.
- Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg