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Asian Crockpot Orange Chicken

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A simple, slow-cooked orange chicken recipe balancing sweet citrus and savory soy, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour the orange juice mixture over the chicken.
  3. Cook on low for 240-360 minutes or high for 120-180 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
  5. Mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce in the crockpot to thicken.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to combine with the sauce.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve over steamed rice or with veggies. Freezes well for future meals.

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