Spicy Crockpot Chicken with Chipotle Marmalade Sauce
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this irresistible Spicy Crockpot Chicken with Chipotle Marmalade Sauce! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are slow-cooked to perfection in a bold, tangy sauce made from sweet orange marmalade, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, fragrant garlic, and a touch of soy and vinegar for depth. The secret is the perfect balance of sweet and heat, with a subtle smokiness from smoked paprika. This easy slow-cooker recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and delivers a crowd-pleasing, melt-in-your-mouth meal that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Serve it over fluffy rice, in soft tortillas, or alongside roasted veggies, and don’t forget the fresh cilantro and lime wedges to brighten every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, this crockpot chicken dish is destined to become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup orange marmalade
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 wedges optional: lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to the crockpot.
In a small bowl, mix orange marmalade, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir until well combined.
Pour the chipotle marmalade sauce over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, optionally shred the chicken using two forks and toss it in the sauce for maximum flavor.
Serve the chicken with rice, tortillas, or a side of roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for an extra tangy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.3 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 989 mg | 330% | |
| Sodium | 4698 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.5 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.9 g | ||
| Protein | 241.4 g | 483% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2859 mg | 61% | |
*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.
