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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

A delightful dish with tender chicken infused with sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Premium cuts that become juicy and tender through slow cooking.
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce Essential for the teriyaki experience.
  • 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar Brings balance to the sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup honey Adds a natural, floral sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar Enriches the sauce with caramelization.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aroma and savory kick.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce.
  • 0.25 cup water Melds the ingredients together.
For Serving
  • rice or quinoa To soak up the delicious teriyaki sauce.
  • sesame seeds For garnish, adds crunch and nuttiness.
  • sliced green onions For garnish, offers a fresh look and taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly spray the bottom and sides of your slow cooker with nonstick spray.
  2. Place your boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir to create a fragrant mixture.
Cooking
  1. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours until the chicken is tender.
  2. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
  3. In a small saucepan, pour the remaining sauce from the slow cooker. Combine the cornstarch with the water and add it to the sauce. Heat until it comes to a low boil, stirring often, and cook for another minute until thickened.
Serving
  1. Pour the thickened teriyaki sauce over the shredded chicken and toss to combine.
  2. Serve your teriyaki chicken over rice or quinoa, topped with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli in the last hour of cooking. Adjust sweetness by modifying honey or brown sugar.