Description
Tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce, then shredded and coated in the thickened sauce. This easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken makes a simple family-friendly dinner that's perfect served over rice with vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
nstructions
- Add the chicken: Arrange the chicken breasts in an even layer in a 4-quart slow cooker.
- Make the teriyaki sauce: Whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Pour evenly over the chicken.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Set aside, keeping the cooking liquid in the slow cooker.
- Thicken the sauce: Whisk the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Slowly stir the slurry into the hot cooking liquid. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Coat the chicken: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir until thoroughly coated with the thickened teriyaki sauce.
- Serve: Serve warm over rice with steamed or roasted vegetables, if desired.
Notes
Notes
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts can become dry if left in the slow cooker too long.
- Always mix the cornstarch with cold water before adding it to the hot sauce to prevent lumps.
- For a thicker sauce, allow it to cook for a few additional minutes after adding the slurry.
- Reduced-sodium soy sauce can be used if you prefer greater control over the saltiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired