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A close-up of tender, glazed crockpot teriyaki chicken resting on a rustic wooden table, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, with a side of steamed rice and colorful vegetables, styled for a cozy homemade meal

Simple Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken for Easy Dinner

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A simple and flavorful crockpot chicken dish coated in savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the crockpot.
  4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Optional: Remove chicken and simmer sauce in a pot; add cornstarch to thicken if desired.
  6. Serve chicken with sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, alongside rice and vegetables.

Notes

  • You can use chicken thighs for more flavor and juiciness.
  • Adjust honey for desired sweetness.
  • Thicken sauce with cornstarch for a glossier finish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free soy sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg