Few things beat walking into the kitchen and smelling Crockpot Orange Chicken where boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, orange juice, and soy sauce have been simmering all afternoon. This crockpot orange chicken fits a packed schedule and still tastes like you put in the effort.
Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it a convenient and flavorful Crockpot recipe that requires minimal effort.
Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
In this recipe, chicken pieces are coated in a savory orange sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then cooked slowly until tender. The dish is ready in about 6 hours and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken in the Crockpot and pour the sauce over it, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce. Cover and continue cooking.
- Serve: Once done, shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine with the sauce. Serve over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
Serve it the way your family likes and tuck any extra into the fridge; the flavors only settle in overnight.
