Crock Pot Orange Cashew Chicken

Tender, juicy chicken meets the sweet and tangy flavors of orange marmalade and hoisin sauce in this irresistible Crock Pot Orange Cashew Chicken recipe. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this slow-cooker dish is a stress-free way to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home. Tossed with crunchy cashews and topped with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, it's a delightfully textured dish that balances savory and sweet in every bite. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or noodles for a hearty, satisfying dinner that’s sure to please the whole family. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a crock pot, this recipe is your new go-to for easy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.5 cups Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Orange marmalade
• 0.25 cups Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cups Unsalted cashews
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and toss them in cornstarch until evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Do not cook through; this step is just to give the chicken some texture.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, fresh orange juice, ground ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.

Step 4

Transfer the seared chicken pieces to the crock pot. Pour the prepared orange sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Step 5

Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 6

About 30 minutes before the cooking time is complete, stir in the unsalted cashews. This prevents them from becoming too soft during cooking.

Step 7

Once cooked, garnish with sliced green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top, if desired.

Step 8

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1673.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3427.9

Total Fat 90.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g
Cholesterol 772.1mg	0%
Sodium 3683.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 308.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 227.9g
Protein 302.8g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 409.4mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3613.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 37.9%