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Slow Cooker Paleo Orange Chicken

This Slow Cooker Orange Chicken with Butternut Squash is fresh and light and is the perfect freezer meal for fall.  I love the flavor of the citrus!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 10 minutes
Course: Slow Cooker
Servings: 4 people
Author: Melissa Jennings
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 4-6 whole boneless chicken breasts or boneless skinless thighs (I used 2 lbs.)
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed Orange Juice - 100% orange juice - no sugar added
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest
  • 1 lb cubed butternut squash
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 TBSP honey I prefer raw
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 whole fresh orange - sliced - added when you cook
  • 1/4 tsp. salt and pepper, optional

Instructions

  • Salt and pepper both sides of your chicken.
  • Place all ingredients into a freezer safe bag and freeze.
  • When ready to cook thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Place into a slow cooker and add sliced orange. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.