Experience the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this Slow Cooker Orange Chicken recipe. Tender chicken pieces are slow-cooked to perfection in a mouthwatering orange sauce, resulting in a dish that will delight your taste buds. This recipe is easy to make and requires minimal effort, allowing you to enjoy a delicious homemade American meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve the Slow Cooker Orange Chicken with steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure to coat all the pieces.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Turn the slow cooker to high heat and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker. Stir well to coat the chicken with the thickened sauce.
- Serve the Slow Cooker Orange Chicken over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
- Enjoy the flavorful and tender Slow Cooker Orange Chicken!
