Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts Recipe

This ridiculously easy slow cooker recipe delivers unbelievably delicious orange chicken! Tender chicken simmered in a sweet and savory orange sauce, then topped with crunchy walnuts and fresh green onions. Serve over fluffy rice for a weeknight dinner that's ready in under 30 minutes (plus 8-9 hours slow cooking).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 320.5 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts

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How to Make Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup orange marmalade, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Transfer the sauce mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Add 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the slow cooker. Gently turn to ensure the chicken is fully coated in the sauce.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
  5. While the chicken cooks, toast 1/2 cup walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle with the toasted walnuts and the remaining 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
  7. Serve the orange chicken over cooked rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

6g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts?

Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts?

Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts has approximately 320.5 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts?

The key ingredients for Orange Chicken With Green Onions And Walnuts are Chicken Broth, Teriyaki Sauce, Garlic Cloves, Orange Marmalade, Green Onion, Cornstarch. See the full list with measurements above.

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