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3 Ingredient Orange Chicken Recipe

3 Ingredient Orange Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 14 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

3 Ingredient Orange Chicken in less than 20 minutes! Easy orange marmalade bbq sauce and crispy chicken make for a quick and tasty dinner!


Ingredients

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  • 5 cups chicken nuggets, precooked
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce (we used Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • 1 cup sweet orange marmalade
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil, optional

Instructions

1. Cook the chicken nuggets according to the directions on the bag.

2. Mix together the BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a damp paper towel.

3. Microwave for 45 seconds.

4. Toss the hot, crispy chicken nuggets with the orange BBQ sauce.


Notes

You can use any brand of BBQ sauce or orange marmalade you prefer.

For added flavor, garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds.

To make it spicier, add a dash of sriracha or crushed red pepper flakes.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 566
  • Sugar: 40g
  • Sodium: 1151mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0.03g
  • Carbohydrates: 84g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g