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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe for teriyaki chicken that is sweet and savory, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions For garnish
  • Sesame seeds For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it back into the sauce.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal, and pair with steamed vegetables. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for hours or overnight. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the slow cooker. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey.