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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

Tender Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken in 5 Min Prep

  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes - 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Sodium

Description

This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken recipe delivers tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a delicious and family-friendly meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 3 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts flat in the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, ginger, honey, brown sugar, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until smooth.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with the lid.
  5. Set your slow cooker to HIGH for about 3 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  7. Strain the sauce through a sieve into a saucepan and heat it over medium-high until it simmers.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water until fully dissolved.
  9. Add the cornstarch mixture to the simmering sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  10. Combine the shredded chicken back into the sauce, tossing to coat, and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken reheats beautifully for quick lunches.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu or tempeh.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during the last 30 minutes of cooking for added crunch.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Sugar: 24 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

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