Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
You could order teriyaki chicken from a takeout place, wait an hour, and pay way too much. Or, you could make it yourself with zero effort. This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken practically cooks itself, soaking up all that sweet, salty, and garlicky goodness. No stirring, no babysitting, no nonsense—just tender, juicy chicken in a rich, sticky sauce. Serve it over rice, toss in some veggies, and pretend you planned this all along. The best part? Your kitchen smells incredible, and you get all the credit.
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
A slow-cooked, flavor-packed teriyaki chicken in a sweet and savory sauce. Juicy, tender, and better than your favorite takeout.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup cold water
- Sesame seeds & sliced green onions for garnish, optional
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Step 2: Assemble in the Crockpot
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until chicken is tender.
Step 3: Shred the Chicken
- Remove chicken from the Crockpot and shred it with two forks.
Step 4: Thicken the Sauce
- Mix cornstarch with cold water, pour into the Crockpot, and stir well.
- Cook for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 5: Combine & Serve
- Return shredded chicken to the sauce, mix well, and let it absorb the flavor.
- Serve over hot rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin B6: 25%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 18%
- Niacin: 30%
Pro Tips for the Best Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
- Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness and flavor.
- Thicken the sauce with cornstarch to get that classic sticky teriyaki texture.
- Add veggies like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas during the last hour.
- Double the sauce if you like extra to drizzle over rice.
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for an hour before cooking.
