Crock Pot Orange Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Crock Pot Orange Chicken with Sweet Potatoes! Combining tender, seared chicken thighs and naturally sweet, caramelized chunks of sweet potato, this slow cooker masterpiece is bathed in a citrusy, honey-infused sauce enhanced with fresh orange juice, zest, garlic, and ginger. The low-sodium soy sauce balances the sweetness with a savory kick, while a quick cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to silky perfection. With minimal prep and a hands-off cook time of 4–5 hours, this healthy and hearty recipe is perfect for busy days. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for a stunning finish, and serve up a dish that’s as comforting as it is packed with bright, zesty flavors! Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this orange chicken recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 medium (peeled and cubed) Sweet potatoes
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon (grated) Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 sliced (for garnish) Green onions
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer them to the slow cooker.
Step 2
Place the sweet potato cubes on top of the chicken thighs in the Crock Pot.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Stir well and pour the mixture over the chicken and sweet potatoes.
Step 4
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and the sweet potatoes are tender.
Step 5
About 15 minutes before the cooking time is up, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the liquid in the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
Step 7
Serve the orange chicken and sweet potatoes on plates or shallow bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1453.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2194.7 |
| Total Fat 86.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 750mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3435.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 181.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.0g | |
| Protein 173.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 42IU | 0% |
| Calcium 262.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2063.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories