Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
A wholesome and easy dish featuring tender chicken in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy families.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360-480 minutes
- Total Time: 495 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 cup vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together the teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Add chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook chicken: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 360-480 minutes or high for 180-240 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Add vegetables: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the vegetables to the Crockpot, stirring gently to coat them with the sauce.
- Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken (if desired) and serve it over a bed of cooked rice. Spoon extra sauce and vegetables over the top for added flavor.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken, adjust the sauce thickness as desired, and let cool before storing leftovers.