Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe - Quick & Delicious

Instant Pot Orange Chicken — a french recipe (main course) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

35

Total Time (min)

6

servings

288

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe - Quick & Delicious

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch mixture)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

6 steps

  1. Prepare Chicken

    Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

    Ensure uniform sizes for even cooking.
  2. Mix Sauce Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger.

    Whisk well to combine all flavors.
  3. Add to Instant Pot

    Place the chicken pieces in the Instant Pot and pour the sauce mixture over them.

    Make sure the chicken is well coated.
  4. Cook the Chicken

    Seal the Instant Pot and set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.

    Use the quick release method when done.
  5. Thicken Sauce (Optional)

    Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then stir it into the chicken mixture.

    Allow it to simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve

    Garnish with sesame seeds and serve over rice or noodles.

    Pair with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free, Fish-Free, Shellfish-Free. Diet: Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Crusty baguette
🍽️Green salad with vinaigrette
🍽️Sautéed mushrooms

About This Dish

Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe - Quick & Delicious is a beloved dish from French cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 35 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, chicken breast can be used, but it may be less tender.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories320kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates30gg
Dietary Fiber1gg
Total Sugars12gg
Protein25gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineFrench