Description
A flavorful and easy crockpot dish featuring tender chicken marinated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs Chicken Thighs or Breasts
- ¾ cup Soy Sauce
- ¼ cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (optional for thickening)
- Scallions and Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Rinse your chicken under cool water and pat it dry with a paper towel.
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until well blended.
- Layering in the Crockpot: Place your chicken in the bottom of the crockpot and pour the teriyaki sauce over it.
- Set It and Forget It!: Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Check for Doneness: About 30 minutes before the chicken is done, take a peek to ensure it’s tender and juicy.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken in the pot.
- Serve It Up: Serve the shredded chicken over rice, quinoa, or noodles, and drizzle with extra teriyaki sauce.
Notes
Feel free to adapt the recipe with pineapple or sriracha for custom flavors. Leftovers are great for salads or wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Teriyaki Chicken, Easy Dinner, Asian Cuisine, Family Meal