Orange Chicken & Rice (Aldi Takeout Fake-Out)

If your family loves Panda Express but you don’t love the bill, this Orange Chicken is going to be on repeat. It’s crispy, sweet, sticky, and packed with that classic takeout flavor but made with simple Aldi ingredients for under $9.

This is one of those dinners that feels fun and special but is actually incredibly easy. Using frozen popcorn chicken keeps it affordable and cuts down prep time, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Serve it over fluffy white rice with steamed green beans or broccoli and you’ve got a takeout-style dinner without leaving your kitchen.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Courses: Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 6

Best Season: Winter, Fall, Suitable throughout the year

Description

This budget friendly Orange Chicken is made with frozen popcorn chicken and a simple homemade orange sauce. Sweet, sticky, and better than takeout, this Aldi dinner feeds 4 for under $9.

Ingredients

1 bag frozen popcorn chicken (25.5 oz)
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tbsp BBQ sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
2 cups uncooked white rice
1 bag frozen broccoli or green beans

Instructions

1
Bake popcorn chicken according to package directions until crispy.
2
In a saucepan, combine orange marmalade, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Heat on low until warm and slightly thickened.
3
Toss baked chicken in sauce until fully coated.
4
Serve over cooked rice with steamed vegetables.

Note

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Read it online: https://budgetfriendlykitchen.com/recipe/orange-chicken-rice-aldi-takeout-fake-out/

Taylor

Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Taylor-a busy mom of two, food blogger, and the heart behind Budget Friendly Kitchen. I’m passionate about creating simple, affordable meals for families and love spending time in the kitchen, trying new recipes, and making memories with my family.