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Slow cooker sweet and sour chicken is perfect for those busy weeknights. This will quickly become a family favorite.
The slow cooker has been one of my all-time favorite kitchen appliances for years. It never lets me down when I know I’m going to have a busy day, and not a lot of time to spend cooking in the kitchen.
This slow cooker sweet and sour chicken only takes a few steps and it’s so worth it. This dish can be served as is, or with your favorite side. Warm, hot rice is one of our favorites.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- The slow cooker does most of the work
- Perfect meal to come home to after a long day
- Makes a great family meal
- Pairs with rice or your favorite side dish
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Green bell pepper
- Red bell pepper
- Onion
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Monk fruit sweetener
- Orange juice
- Cornstarch
- Apple cider vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Ginger paste
- Pineapple tidbits
How to make this recipe
1 – Place all ingredients into your slow cooker.
2 – Stir well to mix.
3 – Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6 to 8 hours.
4 – Optional: Serve over white rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
5 – Enjoy!
How do I store my homemade sweet and sour chicken?
Place cooled sweet and sour chicken in an airtight container. Properly stored, it will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Please Note
Different slow cookers may cook at different rates, so be sure to keep on eye on your food so it doesn’t burn.
Calories per serving (1 cup): 224
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken
Slow cooker sweet and sour chicken is perfect for those busy weeknights. This will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/3 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces
- 1/3 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 20 oz can pineapple tidbits in juice, drained
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into your slow cooker.
- Stir well to mix.
- Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Amount Per Serving: Calories: 175Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 354mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 2gSugar: 23gProtein: 16g
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Patty at Spoonabilities
This sounds like the perfect meal to come home to after a busy day!
simplylowcal
Thanks, it is! 🙂
Anita
I have never tried preparing sweet and sour chicken in a slow cooker before, but I’m so going to try this since the usual way is way more involved than this. 🙂
simplylowcal
Thanks, this is easy for sure. 🙂
Amanda
I had never made sweet and sour chicken in the slow cooker before, but it was such a great idea! Made for super easy prep and it came out delicious.
simplylowcal
Thanks, Amanda! 🙂
Jessica Formicola
I have this in the slow cooker right now and it smells amazing! I can’t wait for dinner tonight!
simplylowcal
That’s great, Jessica. 🙂
kim
Love this recipe! It’s so easy and tasty! I’ll definitely be making again and again!
simplylowcal
Thanks, Kim! 🙂
Irina
Love your chicken recipe! It is a great, comfort food recipe for every day. It is what we all look for during busy weeks. AMAZING!
simplylowcal
Thanks, Irina! 🙂
Adriana
This recipe is a lovely idea for using the slow cooker. Sweet and sour chicken is such a classic I am glad you are offering an alternative with fewer calories — perfect idea for the big game coming up soon.
simplylowcal
Thanks! 🙂
Lou | Crumbs and Corkscrews
My slow cooker is one of my favourite appliances too, especially when it’s cold and dark outside and you come home to the smell of something fabulous in the pot! I’ve never thought of doing sweet and sour in it before, so I’ll definitely be adding this to my winter meal planner; it looks great!
simplylowcal
Thank you! 🙂
Jacqueline Debono
I love my slow cooker too! Best way to have a delicious dinner on the table without much effort. This sweet and sour chicken sounds really good. On my to make list!
simplylowcal
Thanks! I hope you enjoy. 🙂
Julia
I love sweet and sour chicken but never thought of using slow cooker to make it! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂
simplylowcal
I hope you enjoy it, Julia. 🙂
veenaazmanov
Love the slow cooker option. Love this recipe and love the dish too. Looks unique and super yum.
simplylowcal
Thank you! 🙂
Katherine
Such a great idea to make this in the slow cooker! All those amazing flavors…
simplylowcal
Thanks, Katherine. 🙂
Jenn
I can’t get enough of this amazing recipe! My whole family loves the sweet and tangy flavor!
simplylowcal
That’s great to hear, Jean. 🙂
Natalie
Lovely family dinner option. It looks so flavorful and delicious. Easy to make too. I will definitely make this for my family. Thanks for the idea.
simplylowcal
Thanks, Natalie. I hope you and your family enjoy it. 🙂
Angela Morris
This sure is an easy way to make one of our family favorites!
simplylowcal
Thanks, Angela. 🙂