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A close-up of tender shredded crockpot teriyaki chicken served on a white plate, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, with a glossy soy-ginger sauce coating the meat, and colorful steamed broccoli on the side.

Easy Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Dinner with Juicy Flavorful Meat

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A simple, delicious crockpot teriyaki chicken recipe that produces juicy, flavorful shredded chicken perfect for rice bowls, tacos, or sandwiches.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Pour over chicken.
  3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  5. Optional: Mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the sauce. Cook on high for 15 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey or sugar.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken
  • Calories: 230 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg