Ingredients
– 2 pounds skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup orange juice
– 1/2 cup soy sauce
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 2 tablespoons water
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Orange Chicken is a breeze if you follow these simple and clear steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Mix Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until well mixed.
3. Add Chicken: Place the chicken pieces into the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, ensuring every piece is coated.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Thicken Sauce: In the last 30 minutes, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
6. Stir: Gently stir the chicken to ensure it’s evenly coated in the thickened sauce.
7. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken before serving.
These easy steps will lead you to create a delicious meal that you and your family will adore!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 7 g
- Protein: 34 g