Easy Orange Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 jar (about 1/2 cup) orange marmalade
- 1/2 bottle (about 1 cup) Sweet Baby Ray’s Original BBQ Sauce
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Cooked white rice, for serving
- Steamed broccoli, for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a ziplock bag, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bag and shake until well coated.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Option 1: Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 16 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Option 2: Stovetop Frying Method:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet.
- Fry the chicken for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Option 1: Air Fryer Method:
- Make the Orange Sauce:
- In a pot, combine the orange marmalade, Sweet Baby Ray’s Original BBQ Sauce, and low-sodium soy sauce.
- Stir well to combine.
- Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a simmer.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce:
- Once the sauce is simmering, add the cooked chicken pieces to the pot.
- Toss the chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve:
- Serve the Easy Orange Chicken over cooked white rice.
- Garnish with steamed broccoli on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade orange chicken!
This recipe offers a balance of sweet and savory flavors, with tender chicken coated in a sticky orange glaze. It’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any day of the week!
