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Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki


  • Author: clara
  • Total Time: 250 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A simple and delicious Dump and Go Crockpot recipe for Chicken Teriyaki that makes dinner hassle-free and comforting.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for thickening)
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken to your slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, stir together soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover with the lid and cook on low for about 240 to 300 minutes, or high for about 120 to 180 minutes.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks after cooking.
  6. To thicken the sauce, whisk cornstarch with cold water and stir into the slow cooker.
  7. Cook for another 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce is glossy.
  8. Serve warm with garnishes as desired.

Notes

For a healthier option, use low sodium soy sauce and add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas near the end of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for 2-3 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken teriyaki, easy dinner, dump and go, weeknight meals