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Easy Orange Chicken on rice with green onions
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Easy Orange Chicken

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: The Shortcut Kitchen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 20 oz frozen popcorn chicken or chicken bites, see notes for homemade

For The Sauce

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup sweet orange marmalade
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

Instructions

  • Cook chicken according to package directions.
  • While the chicken is cooking, combine the barbecue sauce, orange marmalade, and soy sauce in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and toss it with the sauce.
  • Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

For Homemade Chicken:
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs
  • vegetable oil for frying
Dip each piece of chicken in cornstarch, then into the beaten eggs, and in the cornstarch again. Add enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Heat over medium heat to 350°F. Add the chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until crispy and cooked through.

Nutrition

Calories: 610kcal | Carbohydrates: 112g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 1698mg | Potassium: 674mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 72g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 5.6mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1.9mg