Why I Love This Recipe

Takeout cravings always seem to hit on the busiest nights, which is exactly when this recipe comes in handy. You can toss everything into the slow cooker, go about your day, and come back to tender chicken coated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. Serve it over rice with your favorite veggies and you’ve got an easy dinner that everyone will be asking for again.

Enjoying The Leftovers

This is one of those recipes that’s just as good the next day because the chicken continues soaking up all of that flavorful teriyaki sauce.

Storing

Store the chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months, making it a great meal prep option.

Reheating

Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. If the sauce has thickened after chilling, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth until it reaches your desired consistency. Serve over freshly cooked rice and your favorite vegetables.

Two bowls of teriyaki chicken and a side of green beans on a bed of rice with chopped green onions & sesame seeds on top.
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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken is an easy slow cooker recipe made with tender shredded chicken simmered in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Served over rice with vegetables and topped with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s a simple, high-flavor dinner perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
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Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
Optional toppings
  • Sesame seeds
  • sliced green onions
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Instructions

  • Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the crockpot.
  • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, chicken stock, minced garlic, ginger powder, and cornstarch.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Cover and cook on high for about 2 1/2 hrs or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, shred it using two forks in the slow cooker and give it a good mix.
  • Serve immediately with some rice, and your choice of veggies. Then top with some sesame seeds and sliced green onion. Enjoy!

Equipment

crockpot
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg