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No need to order out tonight! Not when you can get all the flavors of your favorite takeout spot without leaving the house. This Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken recipe is slightly sweet with just the right amount of heat. With only a few ingredients (and a little time in the crockpot) you’ll have incredible orange chicken you made yourself. Even the pickiest eater in your family will love the zesty flavors of this restaurant classic.
Popular on many takeout menus, orange chicken is an American Chinese dish that consists of bite size cuts of chicken in a sweet orange-flavored chili glaze. The chicken is typically fried, often in flour or cornstarch, to add a bit of crispness. The delicious, sticky sauce usually contains orange juice and zest, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar, though this Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken recipe uses marmalade as a clever shortcut.
Those takeout menus can stay in the drawer tonight–now that you know how to make your own restaurant-quality orange chicken. From the tender chicken to the sweet and slightly spiced orange glaze, this slow-cooker orange chicken recipe is one your family will request again and again. And if you like this recipe, make sure you check out these other better-than-takeout options.
In small bowl, mix cornstarch and soy sauce; stir into slow-cooker mixture. Cover and cook on High heat setting 30 to 40 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center (165°F) and sauce is thickened and bubbly around edges.
Adjust the level of spicy heat by adding more or less of the chili garlic sauce. For a family-friendly meal, start with 2 teaspoons, and serve with extra for those who like more spicy heat.
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1&½g | 7% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 890mg | 37% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 20g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 35g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Potassium | 370mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 70% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 35% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 30% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 45% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) 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. | ||
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