Description
This Easy Orange Chicken Recipe with Orange Marmalade brings together crispy chicken coated in a tangy, sweet orange sauce that’s quick and easy to prepare. With the rich flavor of orange marmalade, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal that feels like a restaurant favorite.
Ingredients
Chicken Breast – 4 boneless, skinless breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Flour – 1 cup, for dredging
Cornstarch – 2 tablespoons, for crispiness
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
Eggs – 2, beaten
Vegetable Oil – 1/2 cup, for frying
Orange Marmalade – 1/2 cup
Soy Sauce – 1 tablespoon
Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
Ginger – 1 teaspoon, fresh and minced
Rice Vinegar – 1 tablespoon
Red Pepper Flakes – Optional, for heat
Sesame Seeds – 1 teaspoon, for garnish
Green Onions – Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Prep the Chicken:
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.Prepare the Coating:
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture and then coat it with the flour mixture.Fry the Chicken:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger and cook for about 30 seconds. Stir in the orange marmalade, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes if desired. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.Combine Chicken and Sauce:
Add the crispy chicken back into the skillet and toss until well-coated with the sauce.Serve:
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve with steamed rice or your favorite side.
Notes
Double the Crispiness: For extra crunch, double coat the chicken with the egg and flour mixture.
Vegetable Add-ins: You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra texture and flavor.
Spicy Option: If you like spice, feel free to add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-American fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg