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Flavorful Cilantro Orange Chicken Bites to Savor

Cilantro Orange Chicken Bites made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1 orange juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, combine orange juice, zest, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a shallow bowl, combine flour and breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  6. Coat marinated chicken pieces in the flour and breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Carefully add the coated chicken bites to the hot oil.
  8. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  9. Remove the chicken bites and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.
  10. Serve warm with extra cilantro and orange wedges if desired.