Best 5 Chicken With Orange Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Chicken with Orange Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Originating from the vibrant streets of Asia, this dish is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, perfectly balancing the succulent chicken with the vibrant orange sauce. Prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, our recipe offers a delightful harmony of textures and flavors. Discover the art of creating this delectable dish in our comprehensive guide, complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips. Explore variations such as the tangy Orange Chicken, the spicy Szechuan Orange Chicken, and the savory Orange Chicken Stir-Fry, each offering a unique twist on the classic. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking culinary adventures, our Chicken with Orange Sauce recipes are designed to inspire and guide you towards a flavorful culinary experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN A LA ORANGE



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This chicken recipe is quick, easy, and yummy. The orange juice makes a tangy sauce that my family loves served over rice. Add a salad, and you have a healthy, quick meal. I allow one chicken breast per person.

Provided by SKEHLER

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 ½ cups orange juice
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup hot water
3 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook till juices run clear.
  • Add orange juice to the pan. When juice just begins to bubble around the edges of the pan, add corn starch dissolved in hot water. Mix ginger and honey together in a cup, and add to orange juice. Cook until sauce is thick and slightly browned. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 79.5 mg, Sugar 26 g

ASIAN ORANGE CHICKEN



Asian Orange Chicken image

A delicious citrus chicken recipe with flavors reminiscent of the orange chicken from a popular restaurant in the mall.

Provided by HARRY WETZEL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons orange juice
¼ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup rice vinegar
2 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Pour 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce into a saucepan and set over medium-high heat. Stir in the orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat, and cool 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Place the chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. When contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. Reserve the remaining sauce. Seal the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • In another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Add the marinated chicken pieces, seal the bag, and shake to coat.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken into the skillet, and brown on both sides. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Mix together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water; stir into the sauce. Reduce heat to medium low, add the chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.4 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 762.8 mg, Sugar 36.5 g

CHICKEN IN BALSAMIC, ORANGE & ROSEMARY SAUCE



Chicken in balsamic, orange & rosemary sauce image

Low-fat tender chicken in a rich gravy with rosemary and balsamic vinegar

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
150ml/¼ pint fresh orange juice
150ml/¼ pint chicken stock
2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 tsp light muscovado sugar
knob of butter
orange segments and fresh rosemary sprigs to garnish
boiled rice and green salad to serve

Steps:

  • Put the chicken between pieces of cling film and flatten slightly by bashing with a pan. Unwrap and sprinkle on both sides with pepper. Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat, then fry the chicken for 5 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Pour 2 tbsp vinegar over the chicken, add the orange juice and stock and sprinkle with the rosemary and salt. Bring to the boil, lower the heat and bubble gently for 5 minutes until tender, spooning with the sauce frequently and turning chicken halfway through.
  • Stir in the sugar, butter and rest of the vinegar, then sizzle for a few minutes until reduced and glossy.
  • Put the chicken in a serving dish, spoon the sauce over and garnish with orange and rosemary. Serve with rice and a crisp green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

ORANGE SAUCE CHICKEN



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Orange and lemon juice along with orange marmalade make a pretty and flavorful sauce for the mouthwatering chicken.-Diane Werner

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon butter
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 to 2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 to 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine orange juice concentrate, 4 tablespoons oil, soy sauce and garlic. Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Discard marinade from chicken. In a large skillet, cook chicken in remaining oil until juices run clear. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute walnuts in butter until lightly browned; remove and set aside., Set aside 1/4 cup green onions for garnish. Add remaining onions to saucepan; saute until tender. Add the marmalade, juices, honey, orange and lemon zest, salt, pepper and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until sauce reaches desired consistency. Serve chicken over rice; top with sauce, toasted walnuts and reserved onions.

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CHICKEN WITH ORANGE SAUCE



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Our Test Kitchen used sliced peppers and onion to give this tender chicken dinner its attractive look. A homemade sweet-and-sour sauce delivers a hint of orange while slivered almonds offer a nice crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 42m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, halved and sliced
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
2-1/2 cups water
ORANGE SAUCE:
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a pressure cooker, brown chicken in oil over medium-high heat; drain. Remove chicken to a 30x18-in. piece of heavy-duty foil. Top with onion, peppers, garlic and orange zest. Wrap tightly., Place on a rack in pressure cooker; add water. Close over securely; place pressure regulator on vent pipe. Bring cooker to full pressure over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high; cook for 12 minutes. (Pressure regulator should maintain a slow steady rocking motion; adjust heat if needed.), Immediately cool according to manufacturer's directions until pressure is completely reduced. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and orange juice until smooth. Stir in the sherry or broth, teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, butter and ginger. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened., Remove chicken and vegetables to a serving platter. Top with sauce; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right oranges: Use navel oranges for a sweeter sauce and a brighter flavor. If you prefer a more tart sauce, use Seville oranges.
  • Zest the oranges before juicing them: This will release the flavorful oils from the peel and give your sauce a more intense orange flavor.
  • Don't boil the sauce: Bring it to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. This will prevent the sauce from becoming too thick or bitter.
  • Add a little honey or maple syrup: This will help to balance out the tartness of the oranges and give the sauce a more well-rounded flavor.
  • Serve the chicken with rice or noodles: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken with orange sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and memorable chicken with orange sauce that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try!

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