If your taste buds crave bold flavors with a spicy kick and just the right amount of sweetness, this Slow Cooker Spicy Orange General Tso’s Chicken is about to become your new favorite go-to dinner. It’s everything you love about your favorite takeout—crispy chicken, rich sauce, and zesty orange flavor—but made right at home with the ease and comfort of a slow cooker.
This recipe blends the sweet tang of citrus, the heat of chili flakes, and the deep umami of soy sauce into a sticky, glossy glaze that clings to tender bites of chicken. It’s a dish that feels indulgent, yet it’s surprisingly simple to prepare.
Why You’ll Love This Dish
Slow cooker meals are perfect for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or anytime you want dinner to cook itself while you focus on other things. This dish combines everything we love about General Tso’s Chicken with a twist of fresh orange—making it vibrant, warming, and deeply satisfying. The slow-cooked sauce allows the flavors to develop beautifully, and the chicken comes out juicy and full of flavor.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what makes this dish so crave-worthy:
For the Chicken:
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/3 cup cornstarch (for light coating)
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2 tablespoons oil (for browning)
For the Sauce:
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1/2 cup orange juice (fresh-squeezed if possible)
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1/4 cup hoisin sauce
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3 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to your heat preference)
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Zest of 1 orange
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1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry to thicken, added at the end)
How to Make Spicy Orange General Tso’s Chicken in the Slow Cooker
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