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teriyaki chicken and rice on white plate

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken


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  • Author: Melissa Riker
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Slow cooker chicken teriyaki is a fast, delicious meal you can make with just 10 minutes of prep time, perfect for busy weeknights! Chicken is cooked in a homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger and served over rice for a meal that will have you skipping the takeout from now on!


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts, cubed
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup of brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons ginger powder
  • Green onions and or sesame seeds for garnish


Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into cubes and toss with cornstarch to coat.
  2. Mix sauce ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Add chicken to the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the top.
  4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low 6-7 hours.
  5. Serve over white rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.

Freeze chicken teriyaki for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: slow cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 267
  • Sugar: 20.6 g
  • Sodium: 615.6 mg
  • Fat: 5.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26.9 g
  • Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Protein: 27.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 82.7 mg
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