Gluten Free Orange Chicken

Gluten Free Orange Chicken

from 100daysofrealfood.com
20 min
4 servings

This homemade gluten free orange chicken has tender meat and a sticky sauce! It tastes like takeout but this version is healthier. Great for busy weeknights, family dinners, holidays, meal prep, and more!

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1 inch pieces)
  • ½ cup gluten free flour
  • ⅓ cup tapioca flour (or cornstarch)
  • 1 egg (whisked)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 orange (zest and juice)
  • ⅓ cup coconut aminos
  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • chopped green onions (to garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    First, combine the gluten free flour and tapioca flour in a large Ziplock bag. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Add the whisked egg to a shallow bowl. Add each chicken piece to the whisked egg and stir to fully coat. Then place inside the Ziplock bag with the flour mixture. Repeat for the remaining chicken cubes.

  3. 3

    Then, seal the bag. Shake around until the chicken is fully coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Discard the excess flour. Place the coated chicken cubes in the hot oil. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.

  5. 5

    Then, add the remaining ingredients to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.

  6. 6

    Finally, remove the pan from the heat. Serve the chicken over brown rice, cauliflower rice, or by itself. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.