Best 5 Triple Sec Orange Chicken Recipes

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Triple sec orange chicken is a flavorful and mouthwatering dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This classic dish features crispy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce made with triple sec, a type of orange liqueur, and is typically served with a side of steamed rice. Its vibrant orange color and delectable taste make it a popular choice for both home cooks and restaurant-goers. The combination of sweet, sour, and tangy flavors, along with the tender chicken and crunchy coating, creates a delightful and satisfying meal. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a delicious triple sec orange chicken dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE CHICKEN STIR-FRY



Orange Chicken Stir-Fry image

Easily adaptable recipe for orange chicken stir-fry. Serve hot over rice.

Provided by PENNIETHEWOO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup orange juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
½ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir-fry vegetables
1 cup sugar snap peas
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup sliced carrot

Steps:

  • Stir orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, orange zest, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken and orange juice mixture in the hot oil until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Whisk chicken broth and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into the chicken and sauce mixture in small amounts until sauce has thickened to your liking.
  • Mix stir-fry vegetables, sugar snap peas, broccoli, and carrot into the chicken and sauce mixture; cook and stir until the vegetables are slightly softened, another 7 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 67.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 938.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

EASY ORANGE CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Orange Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, soy sauce, orange juice, cornstarch, oil, orange juice, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons oil
¾ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Slice chicken breast into cubes.
  • In a bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Add chicken and stir to coat.
  • Let marinate at least 1 hour.
  • In a pan, heat oil on medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade with a slotted spoon, and cook all sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add sauce ingredients to pan and bring to a boil, mixing continuously, until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve over rice if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CREAMY ORANGE CHICKEN



Creamy Orange Chicken image

Chicken breast, mandarin oranges, and chives sauteed with orange liqueur and cream. Great served over rice or pasta. A MUST TRY!

Provided by Cobalt springfield MA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup flour
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
2 fluid ounces orange flavored liqueur, or to taste
½ cup canned mandarin orange segments, drained
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly coat chicken breasts in flour, shaking off excess, and brown in oil on both sides. Stir in cointreau, oranges, and heavy cream. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer until liquid has reduced by half. Remove chicken from pan when not longer pink in center, and allow the sauce to reduce another 5 minutes.
  • Stir in chives, season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 727.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 142.4 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 77.9 mg, Sugar 18 g

ORANGE-SAUCED CHICKEN BREASTS



Orange-Sauced Chicken Breasts image

Can't remember where the original of this recipe came from, but I've had in on file for over 25 years! I find oranges and chicken to be such a great combination! Preparation time does not include cooking the rice. Sometimes I substitute Triple-Sec for the Curacao.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 orange
1 cup brown rice, cooked
1/4 cup fresh parsley, snipped
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
10 ounces orange juice
2 teaspoons aromatic bitters
1/2 cup orange Curacao

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put breasts in baking dish & LIGHTLY sprinkle with red pepper. Cover & bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove peel from the orange & slice half of the peel into julienne strips, setting them aside & discarding the rest of the peel.
  • Put julienne strips of peel in a saucepan with enough water to cover, & bring to boil. Simmer 15 minutes, then drain well & set aside.
  • Section the orange & set them aside for garnish.
  • Cook rice according to package, but omit any required salt.
  • Add parsley & basil, mixing well.
  • For the sauce, stir together the flour & sugar in a saucepan, then stir in the juice, cooking & stirring until thickened & bubbly. Remove from heat & add reserved orange peel, bitters & curacao.
  • Slicing across the grain at a 45 degree angle, cut the breasts into slices 2" wide. Reassemble each breast & return to baking dish.
  • Spoon sauce over the breasts & return to oven, & bake, uncovered, 10 minutes until heated through.
  • Arrange breasts on the hot cooked rice & spoon the sauce over them. Garnish with reserved orange sections & several sprigs of parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.8, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 141.1, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 8.6, Protein 28.4

3-INGREDIENT ORANGE CHICKEN



3-Ingredient Orange Chicken image

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Chicken     Recipes     Save

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package chicken breast tenders
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup of milk
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon all-seasoning mix
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1 cup orange marmalade
1 cup BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • For the chicken: cut up the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, beat together the eggs and milk. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour and seasoning mix.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces in the egg wash and coat evenly with the flour mixture.
  • Heat the oil in a medium-sized (about 12 inches) cast-iron skillet or frying pan. Cook the chicken pieces until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken onto a serving plate lined with paper towels.
  • Make the sauce: wipe the pan clean and add orange marmalade, BBQ sauce, and soy sauce. Let the mixture simmer on medium heat, stirring often, for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Toss the chicken into the sauce until completely coated. Serve with rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a good quality triple sec. A good triple sec will give your orange chicken a more complex and flavorful taste.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and cooked through. This will ensure that the chicken is juicy and flavorful.
  • Make sure the sauce is thickened before serving. This will help to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.
  • Serve the orange chicken over rice or noodles. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Triple sec orange chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give triple sec orange chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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