Crock Pot Honey Orange Chicken
Dive into the irresistible flavors of Crock Pot Honey Orange Chicken, a delightful slow-cooker recipe that combines the natural sweetness of honey, the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice, and the umami depth of soy sauce. Infused with aromatic garlic, grated ginger, and a zest of orange, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. The tender, juicy chicken breasts simmer to perfection in the rich citrus glaze, thickened to silky perfection just before serving. Best of all, this easy crock pot recipe requires only 10 minutes of prep before letting your slow cooker do the work. Serve this crowd-pleaser over steamed rice or vegetables, and finish with a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds for a vibrant, restaurant-quality presentation. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners, this honey orange chicken recipe is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of the crock pot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and orange zest.
Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and set it aside on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water into a smooth slurry.
Pour the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the crock pot and whisk to combine. Turn the crock pot to HIGH and cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken to the crock pot and coat it in the thickened sauce.
Serve the chicken over steamed rice or alongside vegetables, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2834 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.5 g | ||
| Protein | 226.0 g | 452% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2504 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
