Description
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful blend of tender chicken simmered in a rich, sweet-savory sauce that transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering comfort and flavor with minimal effort. The tantalizing aroma fills your kitchen and will have everyone eagerly anticipating dinner. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside stir-fried veggies for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour the teriyaki sauce over it, ensuring it's well-coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Mix cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker about 30 minutes before serving to thicken the sauce.
- Shred chicken in the slow cooker and stir to coat with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg