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Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

Delicious Slow Cooker Orange Chicken for Effortless Dinners

This Slow Cooker Orange Chicken is a healthier alternative to takeout, combining sweet and tangy flavors with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into even pieces
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be replaced with sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or arrowroot flour for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Orange Marmalade sugar-free options available
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil optional for allergies
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger or fresh ginger for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds or chopped nuts
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped
  • 1 orange Orange Slices for garnish

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the slow cooker by optionally lining it with a liner or greasing it with olive oil.
  2. In a zip-top bag, combine chicken breasts with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Seal and shake until coated.
  3. Place the coated chicken evenly in the slow cooker.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together orange marmalade, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic powder, and remaining olive oil.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are covered.
  6. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Garnish and serve with sesame seeds, green onions, and orange slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is a perfect blend of simplicity and flavor, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Feel free to add veggies for extra nutrition!

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