3-Ingredient Orange Chicken
This 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken is a quick and easy takeout-style dish that’s bursting with tangy-sweet flavor. Made with BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, and soy sauce, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs wonderfully with rice or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 cup BBQ sauce e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s
- 1 cup sweet orange marmalade e.g., Smucker’s
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3-4 chicken breasts cut into cubes
- 1 cup flour or cornstarch or a mix of both
- 2 eggs beaten
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, and soy sauce. Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors and thicken the sauce.
- In one bowl, beat 2 eggs until smooth. In another bowl, mix flour and/or cornstarch to create a crispy coating.
- Dip the chicken cubes in the beaten egg, then roll in the flour mixture to ensure full coverage.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Once the chicken has cooled slightly, toss it in the prepared BBQ-orange sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve the saucy chicken over white rice for a complete meal. Pair with sautéed vegetables like green peppers or broccoli for added flavor and nutrition.
Notes
For an air-fried version, skip the oil and cook the coated chicken in an air fryer at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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