Slow Cooker Spicy Orange General Tso’s Chicken
A mouthwatering twist on the classic takeout favorite, this slow cooker version brings tender chunks of chicken breast together with a sweet, spicy orange sauce. It’s fuss-free, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy dinner at home — just set it, forget it, and come back to deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breasts chopped into bite-sized chunks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth vegetable broth works too
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1/4 cup orange juice fresh is best
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar light or dark
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- Green onions sliced, for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken chunks and toss to coat evenly.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes without stirring, then flip and brown the other sides. The chicken does not need to be cooked through.
- In a bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, orange juice, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Transfer the browned chicken to your slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and gently stir to coat all the pieces.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve the chicken over warm rice, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy every bite!
Notes
For extra zest, you can add a bit of orange zest to the sauce. Adjust the red pepper flakes to make it as mild or fiery as you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal
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