Description
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of a cozy Japanese bistro right to your home. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, creating an aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this meal is not just about food; it’s an experience that brings loved ones together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry.
- Mince garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Place chicken in the crockpot and pour the teriyaki sauce over it.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken in the crockpot with two forks, mixing it with the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg