Best 3 Orange Onion Chicken Recipes

Orange onion chicken is a classic dish that is both flavorful and easy to prepare. The combination of sweet oranges, tangy onions, and succulent chicken creates a delightful harmony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your dinner guests, orange onion chicken is sure to satisfy. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate orange onion chicken recipe.

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ORANGE ONION CHICKEN

Orange Onion Chicken image

Folks really enjoy this tasty chicken, It's a light, refreshing dinner that appeals to all palates.-Alcy Thorne, Los Molinos, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/4 cups water, divided
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoon cornstarch
2 oranges, peeled and sectioned

Steps:

In a skillet, brown chicken in oil; drain. Add 1 cup water, orange juice, onion, broth and ginger. Cover and simmer until chicken juices run clear, 20-25 minutes. Remove chicken; keep warm. , Mix cornstarch with remaining water; stir into skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Add the orange sections and heat through. Serve over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRESH HERB ROASTED CHICKEN WITH BURNT ORANGE-BLACK PEPPER SAUCE AND GREEN ONION PUREE

Fresh Herb Roasted Chicken with Burnt Orange-Black Pepper Sauce and Green Onion Puree image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

12 fresh sage leaves
1 bunch fresh oregano
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 bunch fresh basil
2 (2 1/2) pound chickens
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 cups orange juice
8 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon cold butter
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
Salt
6 scallions, blanched, cooled and chopped
1/4 cup spinach leaves
1/4 grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon pine nuts
4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 large potatoes, peeled, boiled and mashed

Steps:

Place herbs under the skin of the breast of the chicken. Rub the chickens with olive oil and marinate covered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Truss the chickens and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the chickens on a rack and roast for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 and continue roasting for 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest.
Place orange juice in a medium saucepan and cook over high heat until reduced to a thick caramelized syrup. Place chicken stock in a medium saucepan and cook until reduced by 3/4. Add the stock to the orange juice and cook for 5 minutes. Whisk in butter and pepper. Season with salt to taste.
Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Fold the puree into the mashed potatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.

ONION-FRIED MANDARIN ORANGE CHICKEN

Onion-fried Mandarin Orange Chicken image

What a wonderful combination--caramelized onions and tender chicken complimented by a light orange sauce. Are you hungry yet? The dish is not only delicious it is quick to fix. This recipe is from Pillsbury Fast and Healthy, June 1996.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded slightly to flatten
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained and reserving 2 tbsp liquid
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

Season the chicken with the basil, salt, and cayenne pepper.
Melt the margarine in large nonstick skillet.
Add chicken and cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.
Turn chicken; add onion and cook an additional 4 to 6 minutes or until chicken is fork tender and juices run clear.
In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, reserved orange liquid and cornstarch; blend well.
Add to skillet with chicken and cook stirring until thick and bubbly.
Gently stir in orange segments; cook until heated through.

Tips:

For a crispy chicken, make sure to pat it dry before cooking.
If you don't have orange marmalade, you can substitute it with 1/4 cup of orange juice and 1/4 cup of brown sugar.
To make the sauce thicker, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the orange juice mixture before cooking.
Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Garnish the chicken with fresh orange slices or chopped green onions before serving.

Conclusion:

Orange onion chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is coated in a flavorful orange sauce and then baked until cooked through. The result is a moist and tender chicken that is bursting with citrus flavor. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes. Orange onion chicken is a surefire hit with the whole family.