How to Make 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce – Easy Recipe

Hey there, fellow foodies! Are you ready to whip up a delicious and easy meal that your whole family will love? Today, I’m thrilled to share with you my simple 3-ingredient orange chicken sauce recipe. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you need a quick family dinner that’s both tasty and satisfying. Plus, it’s a great addition to your collection of easy pasta recipes or as a topping for rice. Let’s dive in and make this happen!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 3 ingredients needed for the sauce—talk about simplicity!
• Ready in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect 30-minute meal.
• Great for weeknight dinner ideas or meal prep.
• Works beautifully as a creamy garlic pasta sauce or as a topping for chicken and veggies.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need for this easy orange chicken sauce recipe:

• 1 Cup BBQ Sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s)
• 1 Cup Sweet Orange Marmalade (Smucker’s)
• 2 TBSP Soy Sauce
• 3-4 Chicken Breasts (We used 3)
• 1 Cup Flour/1 Cup Cornstarch (You can use both or either/or)
• 2 Eggs
• Oil (We used vegetable oil)

Full ingredient list with measurements is provided in the printable recipe card below.

How to Make the Recipe

Let’s break this down step by step:

1. In a sauce pan, add the BBQ sauce, marmalade, and soy sauce. Turn the heat on low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring a few times.
2. Meanwhile, cut up your chicken breasts into cubes. In one bowl, beat 2 eggs, while the other bowl should mix the dry ingredients.
3. Dip pieces of chicken in the egg and then cover in flour/cornstarch. Set on an extra plate.
4. Add a thin layer of oil to a frying pan and turn your stove on medium/high heat. Once it sizzles, add the chicken to the pan. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes each side until it’s brown and cooked on the inside.
5. Set the oily pieces on a paper towel and let drain.
6. Add the chicken to the sauce and toss!
7. Eat it on top of white rice and enjoy. I think veggies would be good with it such as green peppers or broccoli.

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

Here are some tips to make this recipe even better:

• For an extra crispy coating, you can chill the flour/cornstarch-coated chicken in the fridge for 15 minutes before frying.
• If you prefer a lighter coating, you can skip the flour and cornstarch and just use the egg wash.
• Feel free to add some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick!

How to Serve

This orange chicken sauce is incredibly versatile. Here are some ideas:

• Serve over white rice for a classic combo.
• Add some steamed veggies like broccoli or green peppers for a balanced meal.
• Use it as a dipping sauce for appetizers or snacks.
• Try it over noodles for a quick and easy pasta dinner.

Make Ahead and Storage

One of the best things about this recipe is that it’s great for meal prep:

• The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Cooked chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• For a freezer-friendly option, you can store the sauce in an ice cube tray and thaw as needed.

And there you have it—another quick and delicious recipe to add to your weeknight dinner ideas arsenal. If you’re looking for more easy and tasty meal ideas, be sure to check out my Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce or my Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake. Happy cooking, everyone!