This Blackstone Orange Chicken is crispy, flavorful, and coated in a tangy homemade orange glaze for an easy weeknight dinner. This griddle recipe tastes better than takeout and cooks in 15 minutes!
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Making Orange Chicken on the Blackstone has completely changed the game for me. It combines everything I love about classic takeout with the crispy bites, glossy orange glaze, and that perfect balance of sweet and tangy!
The griddle high heat crisps up the chicken beautifully while caramelizing the sauce just right. Whether Iโm cooking for my family or hosting friends, this recipe always disappears fast because of the flavor and how easy it is to make. If you love this orange chicken recipe, then you must try this Blackstone Sweet and Spicy Chicken Stir Fry.
Ingredients
- Boneless Chicken Chicken Breasts – You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts if you prefer.
- Cornstarch – Helps to thicken the sauce
- Avocado Oil – I love using avocado oil on the Blackstone grill but any of your favorite cooking oil with a high smoke point will work. For example, canola oil and vegetable oil are all great options as well.
- Orange Juice – Gives the amazing orange flavor
- Minced Garlic – Feel free to use ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- Minced Ginger – Feel free to substitute with ½ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- Soy Sauce – You can also use coconut aminos
- Brown Sugar – Adds a hint of sweetness
- Rice Vinegar – See The Best Substitutes for Rice Vinegar
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How to Make Orange Chicken on the Blackstone
Step 1 – In a large mixing bowl (or ziplock bag), combine the chicken with the cornstarch, pinch of salt and pepper until the chicken is evenly coated.
Step 2 – In a separate large bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients. Set aside.
Step 3 – Preheat a Blackstone grill (or griddle) over medium high heat (approximately 400-450 degrees F). Spread the avocado oil onto the grill in an even layer.
Step 4 – Spread the chicken out into an even layer onto the grill, separating it as much as possible.
Step 5 – Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes on the first side until the chicken is almost cooked through. Then cook on the second side for a nice golden brown crust.
Step 6 – Pour half of the sauce mixture onto the chicken, stir continuously until the sauce is coating the chicken and thickens. Add in the remaining sauce and continue to cook and stir as the sauce reduces.
Step 7 – Remove the chicken from the grill. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve as is or over rice. Enjoy!
Blackstone Orange Chicken
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 pound Boneless Chicken Chicken Breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1/3 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil
For the Sauce:
- 3/4 cup Orange Juice
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Minced Galic
- 1 teaspoon Minced Ginger or ½ teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1 Orange zested
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl (or ziplock bag), combine the chicken with the cornstarch, salt and pepper until the chicken is evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Preheat a Blackstone grill (or griddle) over medium high heat (approximately 400-450 degrees F).
- Spread the avocado oil onto the grill in an even layer.
- Spread the chicken out into an even layer onto the grill, separating it as much as possible.
- Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until the chicken is almost cooked through.
- Pour half of the sauce mixture onto the chicken, stir continuously until the sauce is coating the chicken and thickens.
- Add in the remaining sauce and continue to cook and stir as the sauce reduces.
- Remove the chicken from the grill. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve as is or over rice. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Separate Chicken – When coating the chicken with the cornstarch mixture, make sure that the chicken is separated as much as possible as it can stick together easily. This will help the chicken to cook evenly.
- Use Meat Thermometer – If you’re concerned that your chicken is not all the way cooked through, use an instant read meat thermometer to make sure it has an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Adding Sauce – Make sure to add in the sauce in 2 steps so that it just doesn’t all run all the griddle immediately. It’s important to let half of it thicken before adding the remaining sauce mixture. The sauce should be thick and stick to the chicken once it’s added.
- Meal Prep Friendly – Reheats beautifully for lunches.
- Spicy Orange Chicken – Add chili paste or sriracha to the sauce for a kick to the sauce flavor.
- Honey Orange Chicken – Replace brown sugar with honey for a richer glaze.
- Add Vegetables – Toss in bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! This dish will still taste delicious if you use store bought sauce. But we think homemade orange sauce taste better and has less sodium.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
If you do not have a Blackstone grill, this recipe can easily be made in a large cast iron skillet or Wok on your stovetop or grill.
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