Slow-cooker Chicken with Orange Sauce

This slow-cooker chicken with orange sauce is a delightful combination of tangy and savory flavors. The chicken cooks to perfection in a sweet and citrusy sauce, making it tender and flavorful. Its a gluten-free and low-carb dish thats perfect for a fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
• 2 tablespoons honey or preferred low-carb sweetener
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish optional

Instructions:

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper

In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat

Brown chicken breasts on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side

Transfer chicken breasts to the slow cooker

Pour the orange sauce over the chicken

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

Once done, remove chicken from slow cooker and shred using two forks

Optional: If desired, thicken the sauce by transferring it to a saucepan and simmering over medium heat until it reaches the desired consistency

Pour the thickened sauce over the shredded chicken

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if using

Serve hot and enjoy