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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

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This easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken recipe features tender slow cooker chicken simmered in a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, and serving over rice or noodles for a simple family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • ¾ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup honey or brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in the crockpot.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  • Stir the slurry into the sauce in the crockpot.
  • Cover and cook for an additional 10–15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
  • Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Chicken thighs stay especially juicy and flavorful during slow cooking.Add broccoli, carrots, or snap peas during the last hour of cooking for a complete meal.Pineapple chunks add a delicious sweet tropical flavor.For extra heat, stir in sriracha or red pepper flakes.Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.The sauce may thicken after refrigeration, so add a splash of water when reheating if needed.

Find it online: https://cookibly.com/crockpot-teriyaki-chicken/