Juicy Blackstone Orange Chicken
Juicy Blackstone Orange Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that effortlessly brings the essence of takeout to your home kitchen. This crowd-pleaser combines tender chicken thighs with a zesty orange sauce, creating a mouthwatering experience that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious meal ready to impress your family and friends. Serve it with rice or noodles, and watch everyone savor each delightful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Avocado oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop bell pepper and onion.
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle on medium-high heat and add avocado oil.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown (165°F internal temperature).
- Add chopped veggies to the griddle, sautéing until tender.
- Mix orange juice, marmalade, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; pour over chicken and veggies.
- Allow to simmer until fully coated in sauce; serve over rice or noodles with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg