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Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken for Effortless Weeknight Wins

Enjoy Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken for a comforting, hassle-free dinner that brings restaurant flavors home.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast/Tenders Substitute with boneless skinless thighs if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be used as a gluten-free option
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil
  • 16 ounces Orange Marmalade Substitute with homemade orange sauce if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Rice wine vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Can be omitted for a lighter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be used for a more vibrant flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste or omit for a milder dish
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
  • 2 stalks Scallions Chopped

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
  1. Start by cutting your chicken breast or tenders into approximately 1-inch pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until fully coated. Heat about 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and brown for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. Use tongs to transfer the browned chicken to a 6-quart slow cooker, scraping any browned bits from the skillet.
  4. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, low-sodium soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker and gently stir to coat. Cover and set on LOW for 2-3 hours.
  6. Stir the chicken halfway through cooking to check for doneness and consistency of the sauce.
  7. Once cooked and tender, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For delicious leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding water if needed to loosen the sauce.

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