Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
A simple and flavorful slow cooker dish perfect for busy days, packed with chicken and vegetables served over rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breasts Use your preferred cut of chicken.
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce Choose your favorite brand.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic Fresh or jarred works.
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger Fresh is best for flavor.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if desired.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil Adds a nutty flavor.
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots) Customize based on preference.
For Serving
- Cooked rice For serving.
- Sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped vegetables on top.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the sauce and mix well.
Serving
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
For even more intense flavor, let the chicken marinate in the sauce for a few hours or overnight in the fridge before cooking. You can customize the vegetables according to what you have on hand. Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content. For a thicker sauce, remove some cooking liquid and reduce it in a small saucepan on the stove.