Description
Tender, flavorful Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki made with juicy chicken thighs and a sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken Teriyaki:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Thickening Slurry:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- Mix Sauce: Whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Pour over chicken.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours until tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove chicken, shred, and set aside.
- Thicken Sauce: Whisk cornstarch and water, add to sauce in slow cooker. Return shredded chicken, stir, and cook for additional 15–20 minutes.
- Serve: Serve over rice, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- Chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs for a leaner option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
- Great for meal prep and freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
