Go Back
Print Recipe

Simple Orange Chicken

Best when served over white rice!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Keyword: Chicken
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs chicken breasts cut into 1 to 1½ inch pieces
  • ¼ c cornstarch
  • ¼ c low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • ¾ c orange juice no pulp
  • 3 Tbsp Barbecue sauce
  • 3 Tbsp Vegetable or Canola oil divided

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce and water until well combined. Add cut up chicken. Let marinate for at least 5 minutes.
  • While the chicken marinates, combine orange juice, barbecue sauce, and 1 tablespoon of oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat remaining oil in a pan over medium-high heat until oil is shimmering, but not smoking. Add chicken to pan using a slotted spoon, discarding marinade. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add orange juice mixture to chicken and cook for another 4-6 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened. Serve over cooked white rice.