Easy 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken with BBQ Bliss

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January 4, 2026

Delicious easy 3 ingredient orange chicken recipe with BBQ flavors

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introduction

This recipe makes a fast, sweet, and smoky chicken dish. It uses only three main things and cooks in one pan. If you like simple meals, try this 3-ingredient orange chicken idea for a weeknight dinner.

why make this recipe

You make this for speed, taste, and low work. The dish needs little prep and has big flavor. It fits busy nights or when you want a simple meal. For other quick orange chicken ideas, see an easy orange chicken recipe to learn more.

how to make Easy 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken with BBQ Bliss

You cook the chicken, then toss it in a sticky sauce. The sauce has marmalade and BBQ sauce. The heat helps the sauce stick and glow on the meat. For different spice ideas, you can read about a bold dish like chicken shawarma with garlic sauce and borrow tips.

Ingredients :

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts — cut in bite size pieces
1 cup orange marmalade — sweet and zesty
1/2 cup BBQ sauce — smoky and rich

Directions :

Cooking Steps

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Put chicken pieces in a bowl. Add a little salt and pepper if you like.
Mix orange marmalade and BBQ sauce in a small bowl. Stir well.
Toss the chicken in half the sauce so it coats the pieces. Save the rest of the sauce.
Place chicken in a baking dish in one layer. Pour the saved sauce over the top.
Bake 18–22 minutes until the chicken is done and the sauce is sticky.
Stir once halfway to coat chicken well. Serve hot.

how to serve Easy 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken with BBQ Bliss

Serve this chicken over rice or near cooked noodles. You can also put it on a bed of greens for a light meal. Try it with simple sides like steamed veg or chicken with buttered noodles for a cozy plate.

how to store Easy 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken with BBQ Bliss

Cool the chicken to room temp, but not more than two hours. Put it in a sealed box. Keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer time, freeze in a tight bag for up to 2 months. Leftover meat makes a nice soup or stew like comforting chicken soup with potatoes.

tips to make Easy 3 Ingredient Orange Chicken with BBQ Bliss

Cut chicken the same size so it cooks even.
Warm the marmalade slightly to make it mix easy.
Use a good quality BBQ sauce for more depth.
Watch the oven in the last minutes so the sauce does not burn.
You can broil 1–2 minutes for a small char and more shine.

variation (if any)

Add garlic powder or ginger for a warm kick.
Use thigh meat for more juice and fat.
Stir in a splash of soy sauce for salty depth.
Make it spicy with a little hot sauce or chili flakes.

FAQs (minimum three FAQ)

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Yes. Thaw first then follow the steps. Cook time may change if pieces are bigger.

Q: Is this safe for kids?
A: Yes. The sauce is sweet and mild. Leave out spice for small kids.

Q: Can I make the sauce on the stove?
A: Yes. Warm the marmalade and BBQ sauce in a pan, then pour over cooked chicken.

Q: Can I grill this instead of baking?
A: Yes. Grill the chicken, then brush the sauce on in the last minutes so it does not burn.

Q: How do I make more sauce?
A: Double the marmalade and BBQ sauce. Mix and warm before use.