Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
This Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare tender chicken in a savory teriyaki sauce. Just combine the ingredients in a slow cooker and let it do the work!
Equipment
- medium bowl
- whisk
- slow cooker
- forks (optional)
- small bowl (optional)
Ingredients
Main
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated
- 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thickening
- 1-2 tablespoons cold water optional, for slurry
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the brown sugar is fully dissolved.
- Place chicken thighs or breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken, cover, and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Once cooked, you can optionaly remove and shred the chicken with two forks, then return it to the sauce for more flavor.
- To thicken the sauce, remove the chicken, then whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 15-30 minutes until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the thickened sauce and serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Notes
For best results, do not overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy. Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your sweetness preference, and feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat if desired.