Slow-cooker sticky citrus chicken
Indulge in the flavors of our Slow-Cooker Sticky Citrus Chicken! This easy, mouth-watering recipe features a whole chicken seasoned with paprika and slow-cooked with fresh orange, carrots, green beans, and broccoli. Enhanced with tangy orange juice, honey, garlic, and a rich chicken gravy, it's the perfect blend of sweet and savory for your family dinner. Effortlessly delicious!
- 17 Apr 2025
- Cook time 240 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 11 Ingredients
The Slow-cooker sticky citrus chicken is a delightful, aromatic dish that brings together the sweetness of honey and the tang of citrus, paired perfectly with a medley of nutritious vegetables. This recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a delicious, wholesome meal with minimal effort, thanks to your slow cooker.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Zest and juice the orange. Set the zest aside and use 1/2 cup of the orange juice for the recipe.
- Mix the orange juice, honey, and minced garlic cloves in a small bowl.
- Peel and chop the onion into quarters.
- Peel and chop the carrots into 3-inch pieces.
- Trim the ends off the green beans.
- Prepare the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- Place the chopped onion and carrots in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Lay the prepared chicken on top of the onions and carrots.
- Scatter the green beans and broccoli florets around the chicken.
- Pour the chicken gravy over the chicken and vegetables.
- Drizzle the orange juice, honey, and garlic mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle the orange zest over everything for added flavor.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- The chicken should be cooked through with an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a serving platter.
- Stir the vegetables and sauce in the slow cooker to combine the flavors.
- Spoon the vegetables and some of the sauce around the chicken.
- For a stickier glaze, you can transfer some of the sauce to a small saucepan and reduce it over medium heat until it thickens.
- This can then be brushed over the chicken before serving.
Tips:
- Be sure to properly clean and pat dry the chicken before seasoning to help the spices adhere better.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Sear the chicken in a pan before placing it in the slow cooker if you prefer a slightly crispy skin.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for a more intense citrus flavor.
- Cooking on low heat for 6-7 hours will yield the most tender, flavorful chicken.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the paprika, honey, and orange juice mixture overnight.
- Save the broth left in the slow cooker to use as a base for soups or sauces later on.
With just a little preparation in the morning, you can come home to a house filled with the mouth-watering aroma of slow-cooker sticky citrus chicken. This hearty meal serves as the perfect dinner for the whole family, providing a balanced dish with tender, flavorful chicken and a variety of vegetables.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 660 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 1170kcal | 59% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 90g | 62% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 30g | 9% |
| Fiber 6g | 17% |
| Sugar 18g | 18% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 70g | 86% |
| Saturated 20g | 67% |
| Cholesterol 300mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 910ug | 101% |
| Choline 240mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B1 0.42mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 0.89mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B3 24mg | 153% |
| Vitamin B6 1.31mg | 77% |
| Vitamin B9 110ug | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 0.92ug | 38% |
| Vitamin C 90mg | 103% |
| Vitamin E 2.12mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K 100ug | 85% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 170mg | 13% |
| Copper, Cu 0.41mg | 46% |
| Iron, Fe 6mg | 58% |
| Magnesium, Mg 110mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus, P 640mg | 51% |
| Potassium, K 1420mg | 42% |
| Selenium, Se 80ug | 142% |
| Sodium, Na 560mg | 37% |
| Zinc, Zn 8mg | 76% |
| Water | |
| Water 470g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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