Best 10 Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipes

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Are you craving a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the tangy sweetness of oranges with the tender texture of chicken? Look no further than slow cooker orange chicken! This delectable dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. With the help of your slow cooker, you can create this mouthwatering dish with minimal effort. Simply gather a few simple ingredients, toss them into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic. In just a few hours, you'll have a savory, citrusy chicken dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe for slow cooker orange chicken.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN



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This is a family-friendly recipe that even the kids will like. It's easy to prepare and flavorful enough to share with dinner guests. - Sherry Kozlowski, Morgantown, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
4 ounces uncooked rice noodles
Chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Combine first 10 ingredients until well mixed. Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker; add broth mixture. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 3-4 hours. Remove chicken; when cool enough to handle, coarsely shred meat with 2 forks. Set aside., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return chicken to slow cooker; add noodles. Cook, covered, on low for 15 minutes. Stir noodles; cook until thickened and noodles are tender, 15 minutes longer. Serve with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN



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So many recipes call for chicken breast, but my DH prefers dark meat. So when I found this in Kraft Food and Family, I thought it would be perfect for him.

Provided by Chris Reynolds

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons flour
1/3 cup orange marmalade
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with flour in slow cooker.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients; cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice and green beans.

SLOW-COOKER WHOLE ORANGE CHICKEN



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Bird is the word! This easy spin on classic orange chicken is so beautiful, no one will believe it came from your slow cooker.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 jar (12 oz) sweet orange marmalade
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 1/2 lb)
1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup orange juice
6 thin slices of orange, halved
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Cooked white rice, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix marmalade, brown sugar, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce and salt. Add chicken and marmalade mixture to slow cooker, spreading marmalade mixture over chicken, inside and out. Place chicken breast side down; add gingerroot.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours, until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of chicken thigh muscle and not touching bone reads at least 165°F (legs should move easily when lifted or twisted). Do not uncover slow cooker before 4 hours.
  • Remove gingerroot, and discard. Transfer chicken to cutting board; let stand about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Cut into 8 pieces.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix cornstarch and orange juice; stir into liquid mixture in slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens.
  • Position oven rack 4 inches from broiling element. Set oven control to broil. Line large rimmed baking pan with foil; carefully transfer chicken, skin side up, to pan. Place orange slices around chicken; brush oranges and chicken with sauce. Broil 3 to 5 minutes or until skin is golden brown and crisp; sprinkle with cilantro, and serve with more of the sauce over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 1 g

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.

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY-ORANGE CHICKEN



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The flavors in the sauce blend together nicely to give this busy-day chicken dish some zip.-Frances Roberts, Silver Spring, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
3-1/2 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup Thai chili sauce
1/3 cup orange marmalade
4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic powder, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper; rub over chicken. Transfer to a 5- to 6-qt. slow cooker. , In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, chili sauces and marmalade; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 170°, 5-6 hours., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer juices to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN BREASTS



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Who doesn't like ease of preparation and a delicious dinner when you walk in the door. Comes the Fall, I am into my Slow Cooker. From my 3-ingredients Slow Cooker Cookbook.

Provided by Lalaloob

Categories     Poultry

Time 3h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken breasts (I prefer bone in and skin on)
salt and pepper
cooking oil
1/2 cup orange juice concentrate
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large sauté pan and add a couple of tablespoons of oil.
  • Sear the chicken, skin side down, until well browned.
  • Turn and brown the other side.
  • Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker and add the orange juice concentrate.
  • Don't dilute with water.
  • Cook for 3 hours on high or 5 to 6 hours on low.
  • Remove the chicken and keep it warm.
  • Degrease the sauce with a ladle and stir the sour cream into the sauce.
  • Serve each chicken breasts with some of the sauce poured over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.8, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 122.7, Sodium 138.4, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 15.3, Protein 32.3

SLOW-COOKER BEER-ORANGE CHICKEN



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Enjoy all the flavors of the grilled summer classic, in no-fuss, slow cooker form!

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Entree

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bottle (12 oz) beer
1 can (12 oz) frozen orange juice concentrate (not thawed)
3 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
8 pieces (2 1/2 to 3 lbs) boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
Salt, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley and orange slices, if desired

Steps:

  • In 6-quart slow cooker, mix beer, frozen orange juice concentrate and garlic.
  • Place chicken thighs in single layer on top. Sprinkle tops of chicken thighs with poultry seasoning and salt.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours or until or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165° F). Serve topped with chopped fresh parsley and orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 270 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 61 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 0 g

AMAZING SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN



Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken image

Amazing chicken with just enough orange flavoring.

Provided by MamaMia2008

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons brown sugar
⅓ cup frozen orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a skillet over medium-high heat. In a bowl, mix the flour, condensed soup, seasoned salt, pepper, and salt. Dip chicken in the mixture to coat, and fry in the skillet until golden brown.
  • Place chicken in a slow cooker. Mix the chicken broth, brown sugar, and orange juice concentrate in a bowl, and pour over chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover, and cook 2 to 3 hours on Low or 1 to 2 hours on High.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 823.5 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts with orange soda and soy sauce served over rice. Gives chicken a wonderful flavor, and it is great for those days when you don't have a lot of time to prepare a meal.

Provided by KIM93306

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
12 fluid ounces orange-flavored carbonated beverage
½ cup soy sauce
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a slow cooker, and pour in the orange-flavored carbonated beverage and soy sauce.
  • Cover slow cooker, and cook chicken on Low 5 to 6 hours.
  • In a saucepan, bring the rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Serve cooked chicken over the rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1867.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SLOW COOKER ORANGE CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Renna

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 to 4 boneless chicken breasts, chopped into small chunks
1/3 cup flour
Olive oil
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
4 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cover chicken in flour and shake off the excess. Brown chicken pieces in olive oil in skillet or slow cooker if have browning setting. Doesn't have to be completely cooked, just browned. Put browned chicken in slow cooker. Mix all remaining ingredients together. Please note, I add a splash of soy sauce and about 1/8 cup honey to mine and sometimes garlic powder. Add your favorite flavors, pour over chicken and stir. Slow cook on High about 2 hours or Low about 4 hours. Serve over rice, noodles or mixed veggies.

Tips:

  • Prep work is key: Make sure to cut the chicken and oranges into bite-sized pieces before you start cooking. This will ensure that they cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use fresh oranges: Fresh oranges will give your dish the best flavor. If you can't find fresh oranges, you can substitute bottled orange juice, but the flavor won't be as good.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: Make sure to leave enough space between the chicken pieces so that they can cook evenly. If you overcrowd the slow cooker, the chicken will steam instead of brown.
  • Cook on low for best results: Cooking the chicken on low for 6-8 hours will allow the flavors to develop and the chicken to become fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Thicken the sauce before serving: If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will help to thicken the sauce without altering the flavor.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker orange chicken is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a flavorful and healthy meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner option, give slow cooker orange chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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