Crockpot Orange Chicken
A delightful slow-cooked dish that combines the sweet and zesty flavors of orange juice, honey, and soy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast Boneless and skinless
- 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed preferred
- 1/2 cup soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
- 1/4 cup honey Or maple syrup for a different flavor
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice cooked rice for serving
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Cooking
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer into the crockpot.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure it's well coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set to cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- When the chicken is cooked through and tender, remove it from the crockpot and shred with forks.
- Mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir into the sauce in the slow cooker. Cook on high for an additional 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Serving
- Serve the shredded orange chicken over fluffy cooked rice.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions.
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Notes
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha. You can also customize the recipe with added vegetables or pineapple chunks.