Description
This 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken is a quick and delicious meal made with crispy chicken nuggets, sweet orange marmalade, and BBQ sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple dish brings a tangy and flavorful twist to traditional orange chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a fast, tasty meal with minimal effort!
Ingredients
5 cups cooked chicken nuggets (precooked)
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
1 cup sweet orange marmalade
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the chicken: Prepare the chicken nuggets according to the package instructions.
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Prepare the sauce: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave for 45 seconds.
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Combine: Toss the hot, crispy chicken nuggets with the orange BBQ sauce until well-coated.
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Serve: Enjoy the sweet and tangy chicken immediately!
Notes
Add hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
For a vegetarian version, swap chicken nuggets with tofu.
Experiment with teriyaki sauce or sesame seeds for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
