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Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe! (3 Ingredients)

June 5, 2013 By Heidi 31 Comments

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Prepare for euphoric flavors tonight. This Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe will leave your tastebuds squealing with delight!

Then, do yourself a huge favor when you also try making this irresistible Panda Express Sweet Fire Chicken!

Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe

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Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe

This easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe is so simple… doing takeout will seem like it actually requires more effort!

So go ahead and skip the takeout.  You’re not going to need it tonight.

Mom in Charleston writes: “My family loved it.  Don’t forget how easy it is – dump & cook. Such a lifesaver!”

You’ll love how this rich, caramelly Crock Pot Mandarin Chicken helps you recreate the flavors of your favorite Mandarin chicken at home… almost effortlessly.

How effortlessly?

When you’re looking for an easy recipe, it really doesn’t get much easier than a 3 Ingredient Crockpot Dinner!

So go ahead and shake-up your worn out dinner menu this week.

This Slow Cooker Mandarin Chicken is about as easy as dumping some boneless skinless chicken breast in your slow cooker and walking away!

Serve with a side of fried rice, or try Uncle Ben’s 90 second Teriyaki Rice for a quick, tasty side!

Your week is about to taste really good!

Here’s what you’ll need to get started…

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Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe

Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Ingredients

You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Mandarin Chicken in your Crock Pot.

Add the following to your next grocery list, so you have everything on hand to make yours…

  • Chicken – fresh or thawed
  • Mandarin Sauce
  • Pineapple Preserves

You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.

That’s it.

You’ll need just 3 ingredients to create this scrumptious chicken dinner!

How To Make Crockpot Mandarin Chicken

It’s actually SO easy to make this dreamy Mandarin Chicken in your slow cooker!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Cook the chicken in your crockpot, and then drain and discard the juices.

2. Pour the sauce mixture over your chicken and continue cooking.

3. Once done, serve it up and ENJOY~

That’s it.  Just a few simple steps and you’re done!

Now it’s time to indulge… and enjoy every last delightful bite!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

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How To Store Slow Cooker Mandarin Chicken

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal!

What to Serve with Mandarin Chicken

There are so many delicious dinner sides you can serve along side this amazing slow cooked Mandarin Chicken!

Here are just a few of my favorites…

  • White Rice
  • Brown Rice
  • Fried Rice
  • Cauliflower Rice
  • Udon Noodles
  • Chow Mein
  • Crab Rangoons
  • Cream Cheese Rangoons
  • Egg Rolls dipped in Ginger Soy Sauce
  • Spring Rolls
  • Sweet and Sour Coleslaw

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Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe…

Mom in Charleston writes: “My family loved it.  Don’t forget how easy it is – dump & cook. Such a lifesaver!”

Larissa writes: “Easy to make!”

Lori writes: “Awesome”

Stacey writes: “Came out great!”

Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe

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Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe

Prepare for euphoric flavors tonight... this Easy Crockpot Mandarin Chicken Recipe will leave your tastebuds squealing with delight!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time3 hours hrs 35 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (fresh or thawed)
  • 10 ounces Panda Express Mandarin Teriyaki Sauce (15 tablespoons)
  • 9 ounces Pineapple Jam or Preserves

Instructions

  • Cook chicken in crockpot on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours. (covered)
  • After 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW, drain juices from Crockpot.
  • Mix together Pineapple Preserves and Mandarin Teriyaki Sauce.
  • Pour mixture over chicken, and cook on HIGH for 30 more minutes, or until done. (covered)
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Asian

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    • Jenni says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:20 pm

      This is one of my favorites! Can you also make this in the instant pot?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        March 1, 2021 at 8:01 pm

        Hi Jenni ~ I’m so glad you like it! I honestly haven’t tried making this one in the Instant Pot, but you could definitely change it a bit to convert it to an Instant Pot recipe. I would probably use less of the preserves though, to thin the sauce down so you don’t get the ‘burn’ warning on your Instant Pot.

        Here’s a link to my Easy Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe so you can see what type of chicken to use, cook times, etc.

        https://thefrugalgirls.com/2019/05/instant-pot-orange-chicken-recipe.html

        Hope that helps! If you try it in your instant pot, let me know how it goes! 🙂

        Reply
    • Betty says

      September 16, 2020 at 10:43 pm

      Made this yesterday and was worried I put too much Mandiran Teriyaki Sauce ! My husband loved it .. Served with Plantation Rice and salad. Easy and delicious, definitely going to make this again. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        September 22, 2020 at 11:25 am

        You’re very welcome, Betty! I’m so glad you both enjoyed it, and the rice and salad sound like the perfect sides!

        Reply
    • Betty says

      September 13, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      A great cook I am not. Trying to use the crock pot more often. Finally found the pineapple preserves but think I was sent the wrong sauce. I received Panda Express Mandarin Teriyaki sauce. Can someone tell me if this will taste different from Mandarin Sauce ? I’m really looking forward to making this.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        September 13, 2020 at 3:19 pm

        Hi Betty ~ that will work just fine. It looks like they just changed the label to add the word Teriyaki. Enjoy your dinner! 🙂

        Reply
    • Kim says

      January 30, 2016 at 10:41 am

      Can i cut up the chicken or do i have to leave the breasts whole?

      Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      July 12, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      Can’t believe how simple this is. That’s why I love my crockpot – just throw everything in, wait a while, and it’s ready to go. I used to cook my chicken in the oven until I discovered you can just toss it in the crockpot and it comes out great. Haven’t cooked chicken in the oven since 🙂

      I’ll definitely be giving this recipe a try soon!

      Reply
    • TracieB says

      March 17, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      I made this tonight and it was wonderful. The whole family liked it. Thanks so much for posting this recipe. Easy and tastes great! I also made a fried rice recipe from Pinterest to go along with it.

      Definitely will make again.

      Reply
    • Patricia Thompson says

      February 4, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      What size Crockpot do you use- Do you layer the Chicken.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        February 4, 2015 at 10:18 pm

        Hi Patricia ~ 5 – 7 quart crockpots work great for this recipe, and laying the chicken flat {not layering} works best. Hope that helps! 🙂

        Reply
        • stacey says

          March 20, 2015 at 4:29 pm

          Hi Heidi! If I use half the ingredients, do I alter the cooking time?

          Reply
    • Jessie Matthews says

      August 12, 2014 at 5:48 am

      Just made this last night and it was AWESOME! I couldn’t find plain Pineapple Preserves, so used a mix of Pineapple Apricot and Orange Marmalade. Delicious!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 24, 2014 at 10:06 pm

        Sounds delicious, Jessie… great substitute! 😉

        Reply
    • Travis says

      June 10, 2014 at 6:40 am

      I was just wondering do you cook it on high or low? Looks delicious !!!

      Reply
      • Travis says

        June 10, 2014 at 6:42 am

        Sorry just read the directions again I found it.

        Reply
    • Jo Kelly says

      April 25, 2014 at 1:37 pm

      Hi guys…..I live on glorious god coast queensland Australia and cannot get your preserve or sauce products here…….any simple substitutes?
      Sounds so yummy…..will look in Coles and woolies stores for sauces here?

      Reply
    • Rachel T says

      February 9, 2014 at 10:25 pm

      Hi there! Any substitutes for the pineapple preserves? I can’t find this in any of my local stores! or any hints on where to look!? dying to try this dish!

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        March 30, 2014 at 12:15 am

        Hi, I was having the same problem and decided to try it with apricot-pineapple preserves instead. Came out delicious. 🙂

        Reply
    • Amberdew says

      February 1, 2014 at 2:16 am

      This sounds amazing for my gramma she loves the sweet and sour type sauces!!! And she’s always up for new eats!! And I’m always up for EASY!!! Thanks

      Reply
    • Nikki says

      September 23, 2013 at 7:49 pm

      This pineapple chicken is SUPER EASY!!
      And taste really GOOD!! Thank you for sharing the recipe:)

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        October 14, 2013 at 10:05 pm

        Aww ~ thanks, Nikki… I’m so glad you loved it! 😉

        Reply
    • Linda says

      August 29, 2013 at 2:39 am

      Sounds great but no liquid at first? Chicken won’t stick to the crock? Won’t the chicken dry out? Sounds delish otherwise

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 29, 2013 at 10:09 am

        Hi Linda ~ no water is required in the crockpot with the chicken… it will end up cooking in its own juices. Hope that helps! 😉

        Reply
    • Emily says

      June 13, 2013 at 6:36 pm

      How do you cook the chicken? With water in the crockpot?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 13, 2013 at 6:39 pm

        Hi Emily ~ you won’t need to add any water… the chicken will cook in its own juices that are released. Hope that helps! 😉

        Reply
        • Char says

          September 3, 2013 at 9:00 am

          What would happen if I didn’t drain the juices after 3 hours? I’m wondering because I usually throw everything in and not worry about it until dinner. these recipe’s look so good and I’d like to try them all. Is it just a matter of everything being watered down maybe? Or could we get sick if I don’t? (It’s chicken so I’m nervous) Thanks!

          Reply
          • Heidi says

            September 3, 2013 at 9:32 am

            Hi Char ~ it’s not necessary to drain the juices… I just like to because you end up with a much thicker sauce in the end. 😉 If you aren’t around to do that, then yes… you could definitely add all ingredients at the beginning and will have a thinner sauce in the end. Hope that helps!

            Reply
    • Stephanie S. says

      June 5, 2013 at 5:12 pm

      Hey Heidi! Do you have any recipes with the nutritional information calculated with it? One of my children is a diabetic, and these recipes look so delicious, but I’m needing the carb and sugar content information, so I’ll know if I need to make some adjustments. Thank you!

      Reply
    • Stephanie Phelps says

      June 5, 2013 at 11:24 am

      Oh my gosh I want to eat at your house lol
      Seriously this sounds so yummy! Thank you for sharing

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 5, 2013 at 12:13 pm

        Haha… it’s SO easy, Stephanie ~ you’ll love it! 😉

        ~ Heidi

        Reply

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