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Slow Cooker Orange Chicken


  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Slow Cooker Orange Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines sweet and tangy flavors with minimal effort. This recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious orange glaze, making it the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or special occasions. Just set your slow cooker, relax, and let the delightful aroma fill your kitchen. Serve over fluffy rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
  2. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, orange juice, honey, rice vinegar, and minced garlic until well combined.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken shreds easily with forks.
  6. Optionally thicken sauce by simmering excess liquid in a saucepan.
  7. Serve over rice or veggies, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option. - Include vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.