Description
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a rich blend of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a sweet and savory flavor that delights everyone at the table. The slow cooking process ensures the chicken remains juicy and flavorful, making it an ideal meal served over rice or noodles for a satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together garlic, ginger, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 5–6 hours until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Strain remaining sauce into a saucepan; heat until simmering.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water; add to the saucepan to thicken.
- Combine shredded chicken with the thickened sauce; toss to coat well.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (high) or up to 6 hours (low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg