Description
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken offers a deliciously effortless way to enjoy tender chicken infused with rich, savory flavors. This easy recipe combines juicy chicken thighs with a homemade teriyaki sauce, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by grating the ginger and mincing the garlic.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour the teriyaki sauce over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and mix with juices.
- Serve over rice or noodles and drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.