Orange Soda Chicken

Craving a unique and tantalizing dinner idea? This Orange Soda Chicken recipe delivers a mouthwatering balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors using an unexpected star ingredient—orange soda! Juicy, tender chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious sauce made with orange soda, soy sauce, ketchup, and a hint of brown sugar. The sauce thickens to a glossy glaze, beautifully complementing the chicken with its caramelized citrus notes. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs perfectly with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. A family-friendly dinner that’s as fun as it is flavorful, this dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup Orange soda
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the orange soda, soy sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar. Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, ensuring they are coated with the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping occasionally.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry.

Step 7

Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and set aside. Gradually stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce to thicken it. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it evenly with the thickened sauce.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1095.5 grams (1095.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1871

Total Fat 99.30g	127%
Saturated Fat 23.10g	116%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 750mg	250%
Sodium 4307mg	187%
Total Carbohydrate 75.50g	27%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 54.40g
Protein 164.70g	329%

Vitamin D 42IU	210%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1847mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 35.5%

Carbs: 16.3%