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5-Ingredient Orange Chicken: Better Than Takeout

5-Ingredient Orange Chicken: Better Than Takeout


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  • Author: Mary Henris
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of 5-Ingredient Orange Chicken: Better Than Takeout, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup orange marmalade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil


Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with cornstarch until well-coated.
  3. Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the coated chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix orange marmalade with soy sauce to create the sauce.
  6. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly. Let simmer for an additional minute before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg