Description
A quick and easy meal featuring chicken coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
- 1 cup sweet orange marmalade (e.g., Smucker’s)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3–4 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 cup flour or cornstarch (or a mix of both)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium pot, mix the BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, and soy sauce. Heat on low for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Prep the Chicken Coating: Put the eggs in one bowl and the flour or cornstarch in another bowl.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken cube in the beaten egg, then press it into the flour mix until fully covered.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a pan on medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for 3–5 minutes per side until light brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Toss the warm chicken in the sauce until each piece is coated.
- Serve: Place the chicken over white rice and add green peppers or broccoli if desired.
Notes
For extra crispiness, dry the chicken pieces with a towel before coating. You can substitute chicken thighs for more juiciness or bake at 425°F (220°C) for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian