Sesame Orange Chicken

Sesame Orange Chicken

Or "Orange Says Me Chicken" as my daughter calls it.  Either way, it's a delicious twist on Chinese takeout, without the takeout hassle or the takeout price!

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Ingredients

• 4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup honey barbecue sauce
• 1 cup orange marmalade
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced or finely grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Additional ingredients:
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Place first seven ingredients into gallon-size freezer bag.  Remove as much air as possible and seal tightly.  Knead gently to mix.  Lay flat to freeze.
2. Remove bag from freezer and let thaw overnight in refrigerator. 
3. Dump contents of bag into slow cooker, and cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken is cooked through.
4. Stir 2 tablespoons cornstarch into 2 tablespoons cold water in small glass or bowl.  Add to slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes until sauce thickens.
6. Serve over rice or noodles.  Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to garnish.

Original Recipe Article from makeaheadmealmom.com

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