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A close-up shot of tender, glazed teriyaki chicken cooked in a slow cooker, served on a white plate with green garnishes, shiny caramelized sauce, and steam rising, with colorful vegetables and rice in the background, styled simply for an inviting home-cooked meal

Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Dinner

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This crockpot teriyaki chicken is a quick and delicious way to prepare flavorful chicken with minimal effort. Simply dump the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it cook to tender perfection, resulting in a savory, sticky glaze that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 4-6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Optional: Remove chicken and set aside. Pour liquid into a saucepan, bring to a boil, and whisk in cornstarch to thicken. Return chicken to sauce if desired.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness with more or less honey or sugar.
  • Use fresh ginger and garlic for vibrant flavor.
  • Great served over steamed rice or vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg