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Crockpot Orange Chicken

Easy Crockpot Orange Chicken: Your New Family Favorite!

This Crockpot Orange Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Tenders Tenders cook faster, while breasts are budget-friendly and versatile.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Essential for coating the chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For browning the chicken.
  • 1 cup Orange Marmalade Provides sweet and tangy flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce For umami flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Infuses warmth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced for optimal flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Orange Chicken
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless skinless chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with cornstarch.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Whisk together the orange marmalade, soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Transfer the browned chicken to the crockpot and pour the sauce over it, ensuring it's well coated.
  5. Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours until tender.
  6. Serve over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and ginger. Customize spice levels as desired.

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