Description
An easy slow cooker teriyaki chicken recipe made with simple ingredients and no need to brown beforehand. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup Low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
1/2 cup Brown sugar
1/2 cup Pineapple juice
1 tablespoon Minced garlic
1 tablespoon Minced ginger
1 tablespoon Cornstarch (optional)
1/4 cup Green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Place chicken in a single layer in the crockpot.
2. Whisk soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger together.
3. Pour sauce evenly over chicken.
4. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.
5. Mix cornstarch with water and stir in during the last 30 minutes, if desired.
6. Shred chicken using forks.
7. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir to coat.
8. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Substitute thighs for richer flavor.
Adjust sweetness by using less sugar or honey.
Add vegetables like bell peppers during the last hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg