Description
This 4-Ingredient Orange Chicken is a quick and easy takeout-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful, sweet, and tangy chicken dish in no time!
Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
– 1/2 cup orange marmalade
– 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
– 2 tbsp soy sauce
– 1 tbsp oil (for frying)
Instructions
1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce.
4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
5. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables.
Notes
– For extra crispiness, coat the chicken in cornstarch before frying.
– Adjust sweetness by using more or less orange marmalade.
– Try adding red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
– This dish pairs well with white rice, brown rice, or stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg