introduction

This simple sauce uses three things and it gives a bright orange taste. It pairs well with fried or baked chicken and cooks fast. For a close recipe with clear steps, see 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken.

why make this recipe

You make this sauce when you want sweet and tangy flavor with little work. It needs no hard skill and it saves time. If you like trying other quick sauces, check a different easy option like chicken shawarma garlic sauce for more ideas.

how to make 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce

You mix and cook the three things until they get a bit thick. Stir while it heats so the sugar melts and the sauce blends. This sauce fits many recipes, for example try it on an easy orange chicken dish.

Ingredients :

1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup sugar

Directions :

In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, and sugar.
Cook over medium heat until the mixture is well combined and thickened slightly.
Use the sauce to coat cooked chicken pieces. Serve warm.

how to serve 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce

Serve this sauce warm over cooked chicken pieces. You can pour it on fried bites, baked thighs, or grilled strips. Try it with rice and steamed veg for a full meal and see a baked idea like this roasted orange chicken recipe for more serve ideas.

how to store 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce

Let the sauce cool to room temperature. Put it in a clean jar or airtight box. Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. For long store, freeze in small bags for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and warm gently before use.

tips to make 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce

Stir the sauce so the sugar does not burn. If you want a smooth shine, strain out any bits after cooking. For a roast or oven dish, see a related idea at roasted orange chicken. Taste the sauce as it cooks and add a bit more soy if you want more salt, or more orange juice to thin it.

variation (if any)

Add 1 tsp grated ginger for a warm zing.
Stir in 1 tsp vinegar or a splash of lemon if you want more tart taste.
Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a deeper flavor.

FAQs (minimum three FAQ)

Q: Can I use fresh orange juice?
A: Yes. Fresh juice gives a bright, fresh taste. Packaged juice also works.

Q: Is this sauce gluten free?
A: Use gluten free soy sauce or tamari to make it gluten free.

Q: Can I make this sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Make it and store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.

Q: Will the sauce get thick as it cools?
A: It will thicken more when it cools. Warm it again if you need it thin.