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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken: Unlock Easy Flavor Today!

A delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken that is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  7. Stir the slurry into the remaining sauce in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
  9. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the thickened sauce.
  10. Serve the teriyaki chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgSugar: 16g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • Consider adding steamed broccoli or bell peppers to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking for added vegetables.

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