Crockpot Orange Chicken

Crockpot Orange Chicken

from thereciperebel.com
135 min
6 servings

This Crockpot Orange Chicken is a healthier, homemade version of one of our favorite takeout meals! It has the most flavorful sauce!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup corn starch (divided)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1" cubes)
  • 1 cup orange marmalade
  • 1 cup unsweetened orange juice
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup liquid honey
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup corn starch, salt and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer (do two batches if necessary) and brown lightly on each side (don't overcook or it will be dry)

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together marmalade, juice, soy sauce, broth, honey, remaining 1/4 cup corn starch, vinegar, garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes. 

  4. 4

    When chicken is browned, add it to a 2.5-4 quart slow cooker and pour the sauce over top.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, just until chicken is done and sauce has thickened. If sauce is too thin for your liking, combine an addition tablespoon of corn starch and water and add to the sauce before serving.