Description
This 5 Ingredient Orange Chicken Recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a sweet and savory orange chicken dish in no time! With just a handful of ingredients, including fresh orange juice and honey, you’ll be able to make a flavorful meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for busy nights, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey or sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch (for coating
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly covered.
Cook the Chicken:
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Orange Sauce:
In the same pan, add orange juice, soy sauce, and honey (or sugar). Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Combine Chicken and Sauce:
Add the cooked chicken back into the pan and toss it in the sauce. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the chicken and thicken further.
Serve:
Once the chicken is fully coated with the sauce, remove from heat and serve over steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and flavor.
Notes
Use Fresh Orange Juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice provides the best flavor, but store-bought juice is fine if you’re in a hurry.
Adjust Sweetness: Depending on your preference, you can adjust the amount of honey or sugar for a sweeter or more balanced sauce.
Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a small amount of chili paste to the sauce if you want a spicy kick.
Serve with Vegetables: Pair this dish with steamed vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for a more complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg