3-Ingredient Orange Chicken
A quick and easy take on orange chicken made with just chicken nuggets, orange marmalade, and barbecue sauce for a sweet, tangy, and satisfying meal in under 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15–20 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake or Air-Fry
- Cuisine: American-Chinese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 30 oz frozen chicken nuggets
- 1 cup sweet orange marmalade
- ½–1 cup barbecue sauce (adjust to taste)
- Optional: 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Cook chicken nuggets according to package instructions, baking or air-frying until crisp and hot.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together orange marmalade, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce (if using). Microwave for 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
- Transfer cooked nuggets to a large bowl. Pour sauce over the top and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Add sesame seeds or chopped green onions for garnish.
- For heat, mix in red pepper flakes, hot sauce, or use spicy barbecue sauce.
- Fresh orange zest or juice adds brightness.
- Can substitute fresh cooked chicken breast or thigh cubes for nuggets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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