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A vibrant plate showcasing tender shredded chicken glazed in glossy teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, served over steamed rice with chopsticks on a rustic wooden table

Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

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This crockpot teriyaki chicken is a hassle-free, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender shredded chicken coated in a rich, sticky teriyaki sauce, served over rice or vegetables.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 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 chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until chicken is tender.
  4. Optional: remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the sauce. Thicken sauce with cornstarch mixed with a little water if desired.
  5. Serve over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with sauce ingredients overnight. Adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste. Use cornstarch to achieve a thicker glaze.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option possible with gluten-free soy sauce

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg