Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken is slow-cooked in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Keyword chicken, crock pot, crockpot, slow cooker, teriyaki

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 10

Servings servings

Calories 321kcal

Prepare the cooker insert by spritzing it with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken breasts into the prepared slow cooker insert in a single layer.
Whisk the soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper together in a small bowl before pouring over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks- it should pull apart easily. Return it to the slow cooker and stir it into the teriyaki sauce. (You can also slice it into strips if you prefer)
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds when serving.

This recipe can be made with chicken tenderloins or boneless skinless chicken thighs. Cooking times may vary depending on the cut of chicken you choose.
All slow cookers vary, so cooking times are approximate. Cook through until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 F.
Alternatively, the chicken can be cut into bite-sized pieces prior to cooking.
Fresh ginger can be used instead of ground.
Low and slow is the best way to ensure the meat stays tender. I do not recommend cooking this recipe on HIGH as it easily gets tough.

STORING

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.