Crispy Honey-Glazed Orange Chicken Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Juicy battered chicken pieces stir-fried and coated in a glossy, tangy honey-orange sauce for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. This Chinese recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs cornstarch, vegetable oil, and orange juice, fresh for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 4 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup orange juice, fresh
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces, then toss with 1/2 cup cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and fry for 4-5 minutes without moving until bottoms are golden and crispy, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and crispy on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes.
4. Step 4: Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tbsp. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy.
5. Step 5: Return the crispy chicken pieces to the skillet and toss to coat completely with the orange sauce.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.