Best 2 Instant Pot Spicy Orange Chicken Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing fusion of flavors with our delectable instant pot spicy orange chicken recipe. This dish is an irresistible symphony of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. The chicken is marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, rice wine, and garlic, then coated in a crispy batter and cooked to perfection in the instant pot. Once cooked, it is smothered in a luscious orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, and a touch of chili peppers, resulting in a vibrant and flavorful dish. To complement the main course, we also provide recipes for fluffy jasmine rice, a refreshing cucumber salad, and a delectable orange glaze for added zest. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to a world of delightful flavors.

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INSTANT POT ORANGE CHICKEN (STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE)

Instant Pot Orange Chicken (Step-By-Step Recipe) image

Classic Asian American fusion, this Instant Pot orange chicken is delicious and easy to make. Serve over rice or noodles and a side of veggies.

Provided by Instant Pot Eats

Categories Main

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 lb / 900 g chicken breast or/and thighs ( cut into 1-2 inch pieces)
2 tablespoons cooking oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ tsp pepper
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced/grated ginger
2 teaspoons minced/grated garlic (3-4 garlic cloves)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Sriracha or hot sauce (or ¼ teaspoon chili flakes)
3 tablespoons brown sugar or granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch or flour
3 tablespoons water or extra orange juice
¼ cup diced scallions (green onions)
Sesame seeds
Steamed rice or noodles
Side of greens of choice (if you want)

Steps:

Wash and blot dry the chicken with a paper towel. Then trim off excess fat. You could use kitchen shears. Then cut the chicken into bite-size chunks. Get the sauce ingredients ready as well.
Turn the Instant Pot on and press the Sauté function key. Once hot, add in the oil and swirl it around. Add in the chicken, salt and pepper and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring halfwayway. Then press Cancel to stop the Sauté function.
Use 1/3 cup of orange juice to deglaze the pot. Simply pour it in and stir through with the thicken, scraping the bottom to make sure there are no bits of chicken stuck as these may cause a BURN notice.
Combine orange zest, remaining orange juice, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice and Sriracha hot sauce. Pour the mixture into the Instant Pot over the chicken.
Secure and lock the lid. make sure the pressure handle is pointing to Sealing on Duo Classic. Select Manual/Pressure Cook and adjust the timer to 4 minutes on HIGH pressure. After a few beeps/seconds, the ON sign will come on indicating the pot is heating up and the pressure is building; pressurizing will take about 3-5 minutes and then the 4-minute timer will begin.
Once the timer is done, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes. Then use the quick release method to let off the remaining pressure (press the steam knob down or point to Venting on older models).
Open the lid and stir the contents. The sauce will look a little thin at this stage. Press the Sauté setting button again. Stir in the brown sugar and let the sauce bubble for 5-6 minutes, stirring a couple of times.
In a small bowl stir together the cornstarch or flour and water. Stir this cornstarch slurry into the Instant Pot and let the sauce thicken for a minute. Press Cancel to stop the Saute process.
Taste for seasoning and add more salt or hot sauce if desired. Serve over rice or noodles with favorite vegetables on the side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 5 oz chicken with sauce, Calories 341 calories, Sugar 10.4 g, Sodium 480 mg, Fat 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 41.8 g, Cholesterol 131.4 mg

SPICY ORANGE CHICKEN

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My Spicy Orange Chicken has the same flavor profile as its take-out counterpart, Orange Chicken: the sweet orange, the spicy chilies, and the Asian condiments. I make this without oil, making something much lighter and very tasty.

Provided by Chef John

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup orange juice
⅓ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, grated
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
1 bunch green onions, sliced, white parts and tops separated
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced into rings
1 red bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup sugar snap peas
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 bunch cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

Whisk orange juice, brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes in a large bowl.
Mix in chicken pieces and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Remove chicken from refrigerator and drain thoroughly in colander, reserving marinade.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over high heat. Cook and stir chicken for 2 minutes; spoon out any excess liquid.
Continue to cook and stir until chicken caramelizes, 6 to 7 minutes.
Stir in white portions of green onions, garlic, and orange zest; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour in half of reserved marinade. Simmer until reduced and thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in jalapeno pepper, bell pepper, and sugar snap peas; cook and stir until vegetables are warmed, about 2 minutes.
Stir in green portions of green onions; cook and stir 1 minute.
Remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 103.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

Tips:

- To save time, use pre-cut chicken or shrimp. - If you don't have orange marmalade, you can substitute it with honey and orange juice. - For a spicier dish, add more chili sauce or red pepper flakes. - Serve with rice or noodles. - Garnish with green onions or cilantro.

Conclusion:

This Instant Pot Spicy Orange Chicken is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet, spicy, and tangy. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.