Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken (Print)

Savory-sweet teriyaki chicken slow cooked until tender, served with rice, sesame seeds, and green onions.

# Ingredients:

→ Teriyaki Chicken Components

01 - 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
02 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
05 - 1/4 cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
09 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
10 - 1 tablespoon water

→ For Serving and Garnish

11 - Cooked white or brown rice
12 - Sesame seeds, for garnish
13 - Chopped green onions, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Place the chicken thighs or breasts in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, light brown sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
03 - Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
04 - Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
05 - Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Stir this mixture into the sauce remaining in the slow cooker.
07 - Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mix to coat thoroughly, and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
08 - Spoon the teriyaki chicken over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready with only a handful of kitchen staples you likely already have
  • Sweet salty saucy teriyaki flavor that rivals takeout
  • Hands&off cooking with just a quick prep
  • Meal preps and reheats beautifully
02 -
  • High in protein and totally family friendly
  • Freezes and reheats without losing flavor
  • No artificial flavors or complicated steps
03 -
  • For ultra glossy sauce do not skip the cornstarch step let it bubble until visibly thickened
  • Searing the chicken briefly on the stovetop before slow cooking adds richer flavor but is totally optional
  • Always taste the sauce before serving to adjust sweetness or salt with a splash more honey or soy sauce as needed

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