5-Ingredient Orange Chicken: Better Than Takeout
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 5-Ingredient Orange Chicken, a quick and easy recipe that brings the essence of your favorite takeout dish right to your home kitchen. This zesty chicken is not only simple to prepare but also delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and savory notes in every bite. With just five key ingredients, you can whip up a meal in under 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside vibrant vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (for crispy coating)
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade (adjust for sweetness)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (neutral oil like vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat lightly with cornstarch in a mixing bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add coated chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, mix orange marmalade and soy sauce until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, toss gently to coat evenly, and heat through for an additional minute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (112g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg