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4‑Ingredient Orange Chicken

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A quick and easy takeout-style orange chicken made with just four pantry staples and frozen chicken nuggets, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup orange marmalade
  • ½ cup Kansas City–style BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 (1 pound) bag frozen fully cooked chicken nuggets
  • Optional garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
  2. Arrange the frozen nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 11–13 minutes or as per package directions until crisp and heated through.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk together the orange marmalade, BBQ sauce, and soy sauce in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat until the sauce is hot and combined, about 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer the hot nuggets to a large bowl, pour the warmed sauce over them, and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Plate over steamed rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Add sriracha or chili crisp for a spicier version.
  • Use popcorn chicken, rotisserie chicken, or tofu as alternatives.
  • Add a splash of rice vinegar if the sauce is too sweet.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Reheat in the microwave or in a skillet over medium heat.

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