Orange Chicken Crock Pot Recipe

Juicy, tender chicken bursting with zesty orange flavor! This slow cooker recipe is incredibly easy, perfect for a weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 213.2 kcal
Protein 56g
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Ingredients for Orange Chicken Crock Pot

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How to Make Orange Chicken Crock Pot

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika.
  2. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
  3. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the spices to adhere.
  4. Place 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 stalks celery (chopped), 1 bell pepper (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced) in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  5. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup orange juice, zest of 1 orange, 1/2 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon grated ginger.
  7. Pour the orange sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  8. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

2g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange Chicken Crock Pot?

Orange Chicken Crock Pot takes about 510 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 490 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange Chicken Crock Pot?

Orange Chicken Crock Pot has approximately 213.2 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange Chicken Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Orange Chicken Crock Pot are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Salt, Chili Powder, Ground Cayenne Pepper, Paprika, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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