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The Best Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken (No Watery Sauce!)

Close-up of shredded crockpot teriyaki chicken coated in glossy sauce, served over white rice and topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
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This easy slow cooker teriyaki chicken recipe requires minimal prep. You just dump the ingredients into your crockpot and let it cook until the chicken is tender and coated in a rich, savory-sweet sauce. We include a simple step to thicken the sauce at the end so you avoid watery results.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • For serving: Cooked rice, sesame seeds, sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ground ginger until fully combined.
  3. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken completely.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour this slurry into the slow cooker.
  8. Stir well and set the slow cooker to HIGH (if it was on LOW) and cook uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  9. Serve the crockpot teriyaki chicken immediately over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

  • For the best flavor and texture, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Thighs stay juicier during the long cooking time.
  • If you prefer a healthier option, substitute the honey with a sugar substitute equivalent to 0.5 cup of sugar, or use less honey.
  • If you do not have fresh ginger, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger in the sauce mixture, but fresh ginger provides superior flavor.

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