“My family begs me to make this recipe every week.”
Welcome to the world of simplicity and flavor with our 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken recipe! In today’s fast-paced world, finding delicious meals that are quick and easy to prepare can feel like a challenge. That’s where this recipe comes in, offering a delightful combination of tangy sweetness and crispy goodness with just three simple ingredients.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Soy Sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| BBQ Sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s) | 1 cup |
| Sweet Orange Marmalade (Smucker’s) | 1 cup |
| Chicken Breasts | 3-4 (we used 3) |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Oil (vegetable) | As needed for frying |
| Flour or Cornstarch | 1 cup (you can use both or either) |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Combine soy sauce, BBQ sauce, and sweet orange marmalade in a saucepan.
- Simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl.
- Place flour or cornstarch in another bowl.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten eggs.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour or cornstarch, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken pieces and fry for 3 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Combine with Sauce:
- Add the fried chicken to the saucepan with the prepared sauce.
- Toss the chicken until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the orange chicken over rice with your favorite vegetables, such as broccoli and green peppers.
- Enjoy your delicious 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken!
