Description
Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken is a simple yet delicious dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a flavorful meal with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe features juicy chicken simmered in a homemade teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you focus on other tasks. Serve the finished dish over rice or noodles for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends. This versatile recipe allows you to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spices to suit your taste. With easy prep and cleanup, this teriyaki chicken will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse the chicken breasts under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger until combined.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix with remaining sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
