Easy Orange Chicken
Skip the takeout—this sweet, tangy, and crispy orange chicken is faster, easier, and just as crave-worthy. Made with frozen popcorn chicken and a simple homemade glaze, it’s a dinner hit served over rice or alongside steamed veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 (24 oz) bag frozen popcorn chicken
1 (17 oz) jar orange marmalade
1 cup barbecue sauce
6 tbsp soy sauce
Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
Cook the chicken: Bake popcorn chicken according to package directions until golden and crispy.
Make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together orange marmalade, BBQ sauce, and soy sauce. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Toss to coat: Add cooked chicken to the sauce and gently stir until evenly coated.
Serve: Spoon over warm rice and garnish with steamed broccoli, bell peppers, or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Bold flavor, minimal effort—this orange chicken delivers big-time satisfaction without the takeout wait!
Nutrition
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: ~20g
Find it online: http://minikitchenmagic.com/easy-orange-chicken/