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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

A delightful combination of tender chicken bathed in a luscious, savory-sweet teriyaki sauce, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are juicy and tender.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce Adds a delightful umami flavor.
  • 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar Provides a subtle tang.
  • 0.25 cup honey Contributes sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar For an irresistible sticky glaze.
  • 2 cloves minced garlic Adds a hint of warmth.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 0.25 cup water To mix with cornstarch.
Garnishing Ingredients
  • to taste sesame seeds For garnishing.
  • to taste sliced green onions For garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly spray the bottom and sides of your slow cooker with nonstick spray for easier cleanup.
  2. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir well.
  2. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or Low for 6 to 8 hours.
  2. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Thickening the Sauce
  1. Pour the remaining sauce from the slow cooker into a small saucepan.
  2. Mix the cornstarch with water and add it to the sauce. Heat over medium until thickened.
Serving
  1. Combine the thickened sauce with the shredded chicken.
  2. Serve over rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours before cooking. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat. Ensure chicken is not overcrowded for even cooking.