Homemade Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
Craving a flavorful and hassle-free meal that’s bound to wow your taste buds? You’re in the right place. This guide walks you through a delicious teriyaki chicken recipe that’s both simple to make and bursting with bold, savory-sweet flavor. A favorite in many households, this take on teriyaki chicken adds a slight twist while keeping things approachable. Whether you’re an experienced cook or trying something new, this recipe will help you achieve delicious results with ease.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks | 3 pounds |
| Low-sodium soy sauce | 3/4 cup |
| Brown sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Rice vinegar | 1/3 cup |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Ground ginger | 3/4 teaspoon |
| Cornstarch | 4 teaspoons |
| Warm water | 1/4 cup |
| Green onion, finely sliced | 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
- Arrange the chopped chicken evenly along the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
- Once the chicken is tender and cooked through, remove it from the slow cooker and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the warm water until smooth. Stir this into the sauce remaining in the slow cooker to help it thicken.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and toss it in the thickened sauce until fully coated.
