Sweet and Tangy Grape-Orange Chicken Sauce

Sweet and Tangy Grape-Orange Chicken Sauce

A simple American-style glazed chicken with a unique sweet and tangy sauce made from grapes, orange, and classic condiments. This quick dish is perfect for beginners and comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.

25 min
Easy
4 servings

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Taste Profile

Sweet7/10
Salty3/10
Sour5/10
Umami4/10
Spicy1/10

🥄 Texture

Creamy and slightly chunky — the mayonnaise and milk create a smooth, rich base while the halved grapes and orange segments soften but retain some bite. The sauce should thicken to a glossy glaze that clings to rice, pasta, or chicken with occasional fruit pieces for textural contrast.

👃 Aroma

Bright citrus top notes from the orange combine with a fruity, jammy scent from cooked grapes and the sweet-tang of ketchup. A subtle pungent mustard/egg aroma from the mayo and mustard rounds out the profile, giving a savory edge to the overall fragrance.

🍷 Pairs Well With

A chilled, slightly off-dry Riesling or a lightly sparkling citrus soda/iced tea to balance the sweetness and highlight the citrus notes.

🥗 Side Dishes

Steamed white or jasmine rice, buttered egg noodles or pasta, grilled or roasted chicken, and a simple green salad or roasted vegetables to cut through the richness.

Ingredients(9 items)

  • 11 cup grapes (halved)
  • 21 orange (peeled and segmented)
  • 31/2 cup ketchup
  • 41/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 52 tablespoons mustard
  • 61/2 cup milk
  • 71/2 cup water
  • 8Salt and pepper to taste
  • 92 tablespoons oil

Nutrition Information(per serving)

185
Calories
1.2g
Protein
18.3g
Carbs
12.5g
Fat

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the halved grapes and orange segments, stirring gently for 2 minutes until they start to soften.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, milk, and water until smooth and well combined.

  3. 3

    Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the fruit and stir well. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and serve warm as a glaze over rice, pasta, or with grilled chicken. The sauce can also be served as a dipping sauce.

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