AMAZING SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN

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I love Chinese takeout food, but I know that it's very high in sodium and fat. So I got to work at home and created a healthier version. Now I have peace of mind knowing what ingredients are in this slow cooker orange chicken and that it's better for my family. -Barbara J. Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup chicken stock
1 cup orange juice
1 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons molasses, optional
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Hot cooked rice
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, peanuts and fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients; stir in molasses if desired. In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine chicken, cornstarch, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Top with red pepper. Pour stock mixture over top. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender., Stir in broccoli. Cover and cook on high 30-40 minutes longer or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63 mg cholesterol, Sodium 891 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50 g carbohydrate (36 g sugars, Fiber 1 g fiber), Protein 25 g protein.

HOLLAR GURL
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy orange chicken at home.


Giselle Tembe
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is so tender and flavorful.


abdullah gazi
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a family favorite.


Payal Mia
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This is my go-to recipe for orange chicken. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bradley Farrell
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Charlet Hack
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I'm not a big fan of orange chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.


MD Emon Mia
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This recipe is a winner! My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Sagor YT
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The chicken comes out so tender and juicy. It's cooked to perfection in the slow cooker.


faze jay
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The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. It's thick and sticky, and it coats the chicken perfectly.


Floricel Sanchez
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I love that this recipe uses fresh oranges instead of bottled orange juice. It gives the chicken a much brighter, more flavorful taste.


Seif ELdeen
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This slow cooker orange chicken is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to throw all the ingredients in the pot and let it cook while I'm at work. When I get home, dinner is ready and my house smells amazing.