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Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki in a crockpot

Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki recipe

Jannah
Unleash the full potential of your slow cooker with our Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki recipe, where the slow simmering process melds soy sauce, brown sugar, and spices into succulent chicken pieces.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Japanese
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: 1.4 kg (3 pounds), cut into chunks
  • Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: 180 ml 3/4 cup
  • Brown Sugar: 180 ml 3/4 cup
  • Rice Vinegar: 80 ml 1/3 cup
  • Garlic Cloves: 2 minced
  • Ground Ginger: 3/4 teaspoon
  • Cornstarch: 4 teaspoons
  • Warm Water: 60 ml 1/4 cup
  • Green Onions: For garnish finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Setup: Place chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Sauce Preparation: Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, garlic, and ginger; pour over chicken.
  • Slow Cooking: Cook on low for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Sauce Thickening: Thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry.
  • Final Touch: Add the chicken back, coat with sauce, garnish with green onions.

Notes

Enhance your Chicken Teriyaki by adding vegetables in the last hour of cooking or by tweaking the sweetness with honey instead of sugar. This dish is as versatile as it is tasty, perfect for serving over rice, noodles, or even greens.
Our Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki is more than just a meal; it’s a lifestyle choice for those seeking to enjoy gourmet flavors with everyday ease. Try this recipe tonight and turn your dinner into a special occasion without leaving your kitchen.
Keyword Chicken Teriyaki, Slow Cooker, Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki