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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

An easy and delicious recipe for making teriyaki chicken in a crock pot that requires minimal prep and is loved by all.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 medium onion, diced for extra flavor
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce homemade or store-bought
Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or powdered
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional for flavor
Optional Ingredients for Spice
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce for added heat
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken and diced onion in the crockpot.
  2. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken.
  3. Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4-5 hours.
Finishing Touches
  1. Shred the chicken in the sauce with two forks towards the end of cooking.
  2. If you want it thicker, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the crockpot for the last 30 minutes.

Notes

Don't overcook, and consider marinating the chicken in teriyaki sauce beforehand for more flavor. Leftovers are even better the next day.