Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken
Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken is the ultimate weeknight solution for busy families. This flavorful dish features tender chicken simmered in a homemade teriyaki sauce, allowing for effortless cooking while you go about your day. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a hearty meal ready to impress your family or guests. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables for an extra nutritional boost! Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside a crisp salad for a complete dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the chicken breasts. Optionally, cut them into smaller pieces for quicker cooking.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Place the chicken in the crock pot and pour the teriyaki sauce over it, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Shred the cooked chicken with two forks and return it to the pot. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg