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Irresistible Crockpot Orange Chicken

Irresistible Crockpot Orange Chicken for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy this Irresistible Crockpot Orange Chicken, perfect for busy nights with minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Tenders Breasts for budget, tenders for tenderness.
For the Crust
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Coats chicken for a light crust.
For Browning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds flavor and improves texture.
For the Sauce
  • 16 oz Orange Marmalade The star ingredient.
  • 1/2 cup Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce For depth and umami.
  • 1/4 cup White Vinegar Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Infuses nutty flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Offers warmth and spice.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Brings aromatic depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference.
For the Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Scallions For garnish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • skillet
  • Whisk
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenders into bite-sized pieces. In a shallow dish, coat each piece generously with cornstarch, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  2. In a skillet, heat about two tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Sear the chicken until lightly browned, roughly 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer browned chicken to a plate while you prepare the sauce.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix together the orange marmalade, reduced-sodium soy sauce, white vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic cloves, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Transfer the browned chicken to your crockpot, pour the sauce over the chicken, stirring gently to coat all pieces evenly. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on LOW for 2 to 3 hours.
  6. Once cooked, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Serve over steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep. Leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen for later use.

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