easy orange chicken

Our easy orange chicken recipe puts a healthy spin on the sweet-savory Chinese takeout favorite.

Easy Orange Chicken

orange juice +2tsp finely minced zest

soy sauce (or tamari to make it gluten-free)

1/2-1 tsp chili-garlic paste

brown sugar

garlic cloves

tbsp rice wine vinegar

water

cornstarch

chicken

salt

olive oil

In a large bowl toss chicken breast pieces with salt and olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet

Bake chicken cubes for 20 minutes on center rack until cooked through

In a small bowl form a slurry by combining cornstarch with water until fulling incorporated

In a small saucepan add all ingredients, including prepared slurry, and bring to a simmer

Allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes, until sauce has thickened

Once chicken is done pour the orange sauce over the chicken and toss until chicken is fully coated

Serve warm over white rice or cauliflower rice

The easiest orange chicken ever because your slow cooker does all the work!! Super juicy, tender, and coated with a sweet-yet-tangy orange glaze that&#x27;s irresistible!!

Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

olive oil, divided

salt,

pepper,

orange marmalade

soy sauce

rice wine vinegar

sesame oil

ginger,

garlic powder

sesame seeds, lightly toasted

green onions,

orange slices,

Line a 3 to 6-quart slow cooker with...

Line a 3 to 6-quart slow cooker with a liner if using one. I prefer to use liners for easy cleanup.

Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over bottom of...

Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over bottom of the liner or slow cooker.

To a large, gallon-sized ziptop plastic bag, add...

To a large, gallon-sized ziptop plastic bag, add the chicken, cornstarch, salt, pepper, seal bag, and toss to coat chicken evenly. Add chicken to slow cooker, evenly distributed; set aside.

To a 2-cup measuring cup or medium bowl,...

To a 2-cup measuring cup or medium bowl, add the orange marmalade, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, ginger (I prefer 1 teaspoon but some people are sensitive to ginger), garlic, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and stir to combine.

Pour mixture over the chicken, using a spoon...

Pour mixture over the chicken, using a spoon to distribute the sauce as necessary, making sure all pieces are coated.

Cook covered on high for about 2 hours...

Cook covered on high for about 2 hours or on low for about 4 hours. If cooking on high, start checking at 90 minutes and if cooking on low, start checking at 3 hours. All slow cookers vary so cook until chicken is done (reaches 165F on an instant read thermometer).

Add chicken to a plate with as much...

Add chicken to a plate with as much extra cooking sauce spooned over the top as desired, garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, optional orange wedges, and serve immediately.

Do you love takeout but can&#x27;t find a good one close to your house? Try our Easy Asian Orange Chicken and sit back for a faux takeout meal!

Easy Asian Orange Chicken

lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

all purpose flour

egg (beaten)

pepper

oil (for frying)

orange juice

rice vinegar

ginger root (minced)

garlic (minced)

red pepper flakes

Combine flour, salt, and pepper.

Dip chicken in egg mixture and shake in flour mixture to coat.

Deep fry chicken in batches at 375 degrees in a deep fryer (or use a wok) until completely cooked.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan combine orange juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.

Blend well over medium heat for a few minutes.

Stir in brown sugar, orange zest, ginger and garlic. Bring to a boil.

Combine 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and mix thoroughly.

Slowly stir cornstarch mixture into sauce until it thickens.

Pour sauce over breaded chicken, and if desired add red pepper flakes.

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Do you love takeout but can't find a good one close to your house? Try our Easy Asian Orange Chicken and sit back for a faux takeout meal!

Orange Chicken

Flame-kissed, sticky and saucy, grilled orange chicken skewers with a rich, citrus-based marinade are delicious, juicy and so tender. The best summer weeknight dinner.

Grilled Orange Chicken Skewers

chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into 1.5-inch thick cubes

Maggi sauce (or soy sauce)

orange juice,

orange zest

vegetable oil

garlic, minced

white pepper (optional)

teaspoon black pepper

In a medium bowl, combine Maggi sauce (or soy sauce), orange juice, orange zest, vegetable oil, garlic, white pepper (optional), and black pepper. Stir well until combined. Add chicken breast and stir to coat. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight). You can also store the marinated chicken breasts in a sealable ziploc bag.

Remove the chicken from the marinade, and reserve the marinade. Thread the chicken onto skewers, adding about 6-7 pieces of cubed chicken breasts for each skewer. If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before you thread the chicken on and grill to stop them from burning.

Lightly brush olive oil over grill or grill pan. Preheat the grill over medium high heat for 3 minutes until the oil starts sizzling and shimmering. Place the skewers spaced evenly apart on the grill and grill for 8-10 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature for the chicken reaches 165 F. Do not overlap the skewers at any time to ensure even cooking for all the skewers.

Place the reserved marinade into a small cooking pot and heat over medium heat for 2 minutes, until it starts to boil. Add cornstarch and stir continuously with a spoon to dissolve, until the sauce starts to thicken and forms a smooth and thick sauce. You don’t need much sauce, a tablespoon is plenty for coating the chicken.

Transfer the skewers onto a plate and drizzle with the orange sauce.

Yum! Gotta love a good chicken recipe. I haven't done much with skewers. Is it easy enough to get the chicken on there well?

Absolutely yummy! Great recipe, beautiful pics and love how easy these skewers come together. Perfect marinade and perfect for summer!

Extra lean ground chicken with a 4-ingredient orange chicken sauce, roasted broccoli 2 ways, and a low carb rice blend make great meal prep bowls or quick weeknight dinners.

Orange Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Chicken

Tablespoon (8 grams) Olive Oil

(136 grams) Sugar Free Orange Marmalade

(60 grams) BBQ Sauce (I used sugar free G Hughes)

Tablespoons (30 grams) Chili Garlic Sauce or Sriracha

Tablespoon (15 grams) Soy Sauce

oz Broccoli Florets

Avocado Oil Spray (or about a tablespoon of oil)

Salt and Pepper,

(340 grams) Cooked Cauliflower Rice

(280 grams) Cooked Jasmine Rice

Cook the rice and prepare the broccoli. Spray...

Cook the rice and prepare the broccoli. Spray the broccoli with oil or toss with oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Air fry at 400ºF for about 5 minutes. OR sauté in a pan with a tablespoon of oil, season with salt and pepper, add 2-3 tablespoons of water, and cover for a few minutes until tender.

While the broccoli cooks, mix the marmalade, BBQ...

While the broccoli cooks, mix the marmalade, BBQ sauce, chili garlic sauce or sriracha, and soy sauce together. Set aside.

Brown and fully cook the ground chicken in...

Brown and fully cook the ground chicken in a half tablespoon of oil. Add the sauce and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce evenly coats the chicken and begins to caramelize around the edges. You can add a tablespoon or two of water to deglaze the pan if needed.

Serve everything together and garnish with sliced scallions,...

Serve everything together and garnish with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and additional chili crisp or sriracha, if desired.

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How to make kinda healthy orange chicken with ground chicken and a 4-ingredient sugar free sauce.

20-Minute Orange Chicken

This is one of those recipes you want in your back pocket for days when you need something on the table fast and you’d prefer it to be healthy, satisfying, and pretty if at all possible. Easy, healthier Orange Chicken to the rescue!

eggs (beaten)

boneless, skinless chicken breasts

white or rice vinegar

orange

olive oil oil

green onions

In a medium bowl, combine the egg, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, salt and pepper. Mix well. Add the chicken and toss until each piece is fully coated. Set aside.

In a separate medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, orange juice and zest, garlic and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Whisk until cornstarch has dissolved.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer (do this in multiple batches, if needed) and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until browned. Transfer the chicken to a paper towel lined plate and cover.

Once all of the chicken is cooked, add it back to the skillet, along with the orange sauce. Cook over medium heat until the chicken pieces are fully cooked through, 5-7 minutes.

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