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Crockpot Orange Chicken

Crockpot Orange Chicken: Sweet & Tangy Family Dinner Delight

Crockpot Orange Chicken is a sweet and tangy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting family favorite.
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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: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Tenders Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For coating
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning the chicken
  • 1 cup Orange Marmalade Main flavoring ingredient
  • 1/2 cup Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce Adds umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Balancing acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil For added richness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger For warmth
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for heat preference
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For texture and decoration
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Scallions Optional for freshness

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the chicken breasts or tenders into 1-inch pieces and coat them with cornstarch.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the browned chicken to a slow cooker.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker and stir gently.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours, stirring halfway through.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, always coat chicken pieces with cornstarch and cook on low heat for tender meat. Adjust spices to personal preference and store leftovers properly.

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