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Instant Pot Orange Chicken

March 24, 2018 by Veronika's Kitchen 13 Comments

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Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

My favorite types of meals for dinner are all-in-one-pot recipes that are easy to prepare. Life is getting too busy to cook every day…so when creating this recipe you will have enough servings for multiple meals.

Since I purchased my Instant Pot, I tried to convert my stove top recipes to Instant Pot versions.

My favorite Orange Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe is mouthwateringly delicious but takes at least two hours to cook. So I simplified the recipe for an Instant Pot while still keeping my signature sweet and sour flavor.

Also, if you like Instant Pot recipes, please check out these ones:

  • Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Pilaf
  • Instant Pot Brown Rice Pilaf

How to make Instant Pot Orange Chicken

This Instant Pot Orange chicken recipe is easy to make and takes only about 30 minutes.

First, I like to well season diced chicken with salt and pepper, mixing it thoroughly.

Then prepare your orange chicken marinade. For orange juice, you can use the juice from fresh oranges. However, I noticed that boxed orange juice works better for this recipe as it gives the most flavor.

Also, to sweeten the sauce, I like to use a mix of brown sugar and maple syrup. The last ingredient makes a big difference in enriching flavor, so I highly recommend you to use it!

To make the sauce, just mix orange juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes together in a mixing bowl.

Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

After the first two steps are done, set your Instant Pot to Sauté on high heat by pressing “sauté” button twice. I like to brown the chicken in three batches, not to overcrowd the pot. Otherwise, your chicken will boil in released juices instead of sautéing to achieve a beautiful golden color. So, sauté each batch of diced and seasoned chicken for about 5 minutes until it has a beautiful golden color. The chicken doesn’t need to be cooked through, since we are going to cook it again.

Add all the sautéed chicken in Instant Pot, pour the marinade and mix it. Cover with a lid and cook on Manual high pressure for 7 minutes. Make sure that the venting knob is turned to “Sealing”!

When it is done, let the pot naturally release the pressure for 5 minutes. Then switch the knob to venting position to release the steam. Make sure the steam is fully released and the valve is completely down before opening the pot!

Set the Instant Pot to sauté again. As soon as the liquid starts boiling, add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup of water. Continue to boil until the sauce thickens to the right consistency.

I like to serve Orange Chicken with rice and broccoli. Also, you can sprinkle some sesame seeds on top.

Enjoy your delicious quick and easy Instant Pot Orange Chicken!

Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

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Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!
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Instant Pot Orange Chicken
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

Course: Main Course
Servings: 6 people
Author: Veronika's Kitchen
Ingredients
  • 3 pounds chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
  1. Dice the chicken breasts in to bite size pieces. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.

  2. In a medium size mixing bowl, mix together orange juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes.

  3. Set Instant Pot to Sauté on high heat by pressing “sauté” button twice. Sauté chicken in three batches for about 5 minutes, until golden color. After the chicken is done, scoop it out to a different bowl.

  4. Add sautéed chicken back to Instant Pot and add orange marinade.

  5. Cover with a lid and cook on Manual high pressure for 7 minutes. Make sure that the venting knob is turned to “Sealing”!

  6. When it is done, let it naturally release the pressure for 5 minutes. Then switch the knob to venting position and release the steam. Make sure the steam is fully released and the valve is completely down before opening the pot!

  7. Set the Instant Pot to sauté again. As soon as the liquid starts boiling, add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup of water. Continue to boil until the sauce thickens to the right consistency.

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Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe is a perfect all-in-one-pot meal that you can make in just 30 minutes. This is a perfect quick and easy dinner idea!

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Really fresh! Next time we will add orange zest for more flavor. Great otherwise!

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April 5, 2018 9:00 pm
Christine - Jar Of Lemons
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Oh my goodness, this looks amazing! I still haven’t jumped on the Instant Pot bandwagon, but this Orange Chicken recipe would be worth it!

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April 2, 2018 10:52 am
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I’m all about quick and simple recipes without compromising on the flavors! This orange chicken is just that! Chicken looks amazing, I bet it tastes as good as it looks

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April 2, 2018 3:27 am
Tatiana
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Citrusy chicken is a fantastic idea for a weeknight meal. Plus, Instant Pot is my number one kitchen tool and I am always open to try something new !

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April 2, 2018 3:08 am
Lois. O
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I love how the orange chicken turned out! Looks so nice and juicy, it definitely puts the instant pot on my radar.

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April 1, 2018 8:58 pm
Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago
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I’m a big fan of orange chicken so this is a good reminder that I really need to get an instant pot so I can try this!

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April 1, 2018 3:28 pm
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Oh I love orange chicken at restaurants, but not all the fat and calories. I’m always on the lookout for Asian recipes like this one that keep the flavors but are healthier

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April 1, 2018 12:54 pm
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What a tasty looking orange chicken recipe! I love the chili in there too. Just the right amount of heat!

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April 1, 2018 10:17 am
dixya @food, pleasure, and health
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im all about quick easy dinners too and this orange chicken looks delish!

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March 29, 2018 10:06 pm
Kate
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I have an regular pressure cooker, but I do think that I want to get my hands on an Instant Pot! That orange sauce looks on point! Yum!

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March 27, 2018 12:33 pm

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