Description
Simplify your weeknight dinner with this 4-Ingredient Orange Chicken , a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in no time! Made with just a few pantry staples, this recipe combines the sweetness of orange marmalade with tangy BBQ sauce and savory soy sauce for a deliciously sticky glaze. Serve it over rice or noodles for a comforting meal the whole family will love. Perfect for busy nights or lazy weekends!
Ingredients
5 cups frozen chicken nuggets
1 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce (or any favorite BBQ sauce)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Green onion for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven and cook the frozen chicken nuggets according to the package instructions.
- Once cooked, allow the nuggets to cool slightly while you prepare the sauce.
Make the Sauce:
- In a medium-sized cooking pan, combine the orange marmalade, BBQ sauce, and soy sauce.
- Over medium-high heat, warm the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes smooth and bubbly.
Combine Chicken and Sauce:
- Add the cooked chicken nuggets to the pan with the sauce.
- Stir the nuggets in the sauce until they are evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve:
Serve the orange chicken over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a dash of red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the mixture.
You can use fresh chicken pieces instead of frozen nuggets for a homemade touch just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 25 g