Description
Crockpot Orange Chicken is a flavorful dish that perfectly marries sweet and tangy notes in every bite. Tender boneless chicken thighs simmer in a luscious orange sauce, creating an easy weeknight meal that requires minimal effort. Ideal for busy families or impressing guests, this dish pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables. Prepare to delight your taste buds with this hands-off cooking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Zest and juice the oranges into a bowl. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- Place chicken thighs in the crockpot.
- In another bowl, mix together orange juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- After cooking, remove chicken and whisk cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir back into the sauce and cook on high for an additional 10 minutes to thicken.
- Serve over rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before adding it to the crockpot. - Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different twist. - Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during cooking for extra nutrition.