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Healthy Orange Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Healthy Orange Chicken Crockpot Recipe

The ultimate comfort food awaits with this Healthy Orange Chicken Crockpot Recipe. Sweet, tangy, and utterly delicious, this easy weeknight dinner is perfect for busy nights. With tender chicken and a zesty sauce, you'll be craving this dish again and again!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast filets about 3 large filets, boneless and skinless
  • 1 large egg beat with a fork
  • 2/3 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup canola oil optional coconut oil
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 1/3 cup coconut sugar optional, molasses or maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons lite soy sauce optional, Tamari or coconut aminos
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon sriracha sauce optional, tabasco or red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced slice the green part and discard the white
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Dip in egg then roll in flour to coat pieces.
  2. Add oil to a heavy skillet, turn to medium-high heat. Add a small pinch of flour to the oil. If it sizzles, it's hot enough.
  3. Cook just until golden on all sides. Do not cook all the way through.
  4. Remove skillet from heat and place chicken on a paper towel to drain off any excess oil.
  5. Add all sauce ingredients to a mixing bowl. Whisk until combined.
  6. Add chicken and sauce to a slow cooker. Cook on high 1.5-2 hours or low 3-4 hours.
  7. Add to serving dish and garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • This dish is delicious served over brown rice or alongside: Cauliflower Stir-Fry.
  • Freshly squeezed orange juice: was used in the recipe but it’s not required.
  • The orange sauce: will continue to thicken while in the slow cooker.