Description
Sizzling “3 Ingredient Orange Chicken” offers a quick culinary adventure blending sweet and tangy flavors. Succulent chicken pieces glazed with orange marmalade and barbecue sauce promise a delightful meal you’ll savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 5 cups chicken nuggets (precooked)
Sauces and Condiments:
- 1 cup sweet orange marmalade
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Rays)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
Additional Flavoring:
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or prepare air fryer according to chicken nugget package instructions for optimal crispiness.
- While chicken is cooking, create the vibrant orange glaze by combining bbq sauce, orange marmalade, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a microwave-safe container.
- Cover the sauce mixture with a slightly dampened paper towel to prevent splattering and ensure even heating.
- Microwave the sauce for approximately 45 seconds, stirring halfway through to blend the ingredients thoroughly and release their aromatic flavors.
- Once the chicken nuggets are golden and crisp, immediately transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the heated orange-infused bbq sauce over the hot nuggets, gently tossing to ensure each piece is evenly and generously coated with the glossy, tangy glaze.
- Serve the saucy chicken nuggets immediately while they remain hot and crispy, allowing the vibrant flavors to tantalize your taste buds.
Notes
- Swap out traditional BBQ sauce for a homemade version to control sugar content and flavor profile.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick that elevates the sweet and tangy sauce.
- Consider using air fryer or oven-baked chicken nuggets for a lighter, crispier texture with less oil.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions to enhance visual appeal and add a fresh crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg