Description
Experience the delightful flavors of 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken (Orange Marmalade BBQ), a quick and easy dish that transforms crispy chicken nuggets into a flavorful feast in just under 20 minutes. The sweet and tangy combination of orange marmalade and BBQ sauce creates a mouthwatering glaze that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups precooked chicken nuggets
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (like Sweet Baby Ray's)
- 1 cup sweet orange marmalade
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken nuggets according to package instructions until hot and crispy.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine BBQ sauce, orange marmalade, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave for 45 seconds until heated through.
- Place cooked chicken nuggets in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot orange BBQ sauce over them and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition. For a spicier kick, mix in chili flakes or hot sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for added texture.