Delicious and Easy Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 16, 2024

This Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic Chinese takeout favorite in the comfort of your own home. The juicy chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Plus, using the Instant Pot makes this dish come together in no time!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Rice (for serving)

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Add chicken cubes to the Instant Pot and pour the sauce over them.
  3. Close the lid, set the vent to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  4. Once done, do a quick release of pressure and open the lid.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  6. Stir the slurry into the chicken mixture in the Instant Pot to thicken the sauce.
  7. Serve the orange chicken over rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
  8. Enjoy your homemade Instant Pot Orange Chicken!

Interesting Facts

  • Orange chicken is a popular dish in American Chinese cuisine, known for its sweet and savory flavors.
  • Using the Instant Pot for this recipe helps to infuse the flavors into the chicken quickly and efficiently.
  • You can customize the spiciness of this dish by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce to the sauce mixture.