5-Ingredient Orange Chicken: Better Than Takeout
This quick and flavorful orange chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a crispy coating. Made with just five simple ingredients, it’s an easy homemade alternative to takeout that comes together in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch (for coating)
1/2 cup orange marmalade (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
2 tablespoons cooking oil (neutral oil such as vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and toss them with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the orange marmalade and soy sauce.
- Stir well to coat the chicken evenly and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, optionally with rice or vegetables.
Notes
Calories: 300 kcal