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Colorful bowl of shredded teriyaki chicken with a glossy brown glaze, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, served on a white plate with a side of steamed rice, styled simply on a rustic wooden table.

Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken for Effortless Dinner

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A quick and easy crockpot recipe for tender, flavorful teriyaki chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights needing minimal prep and maximum taste.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken in the crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Optional: Mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the sauce. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, alongside steamed rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, use cornstarch as directed.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with breasts for leaner options.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg