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Crockpot Orange Chicken

Sweet and Tangy Crockpot Orange Chicken for Effortless Dinners

This Crockpot Orange Chicken is a sweet and tangy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken with a luscious sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Tenders Choose breasts for budget-friendliness or tenders for extra tenderness.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Ensures a light crust on the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for browning the chicken.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Marmalade The star of the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce Provides salty, savory depth.
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Balances sweetness with acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Infuses sauce with warmth.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Contributes aromatic depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Introduces a touch of heat.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For added texture and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together marmalade, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Pour the sauce over the browned chicken in the slow cooker and stir gently.
  5. Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours, stirring halfway through.
  6. Check for doneness, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and stores well as leftovers for future meals.

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