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Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken

Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a savory meal with minimal effort. With a rich teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, this recipe fills your home with delicious aromas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, serve it over fluffy rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry. Place them in the crock pot.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar until well combined.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it in the sauce using forks or tongs.
  6. Serve shredded chicken over rice or alongside steamed vegetables. Drizzle extra sauce on top and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 880mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: - Customize by adding your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots. - For added heat, include crushed red pepper flakes in the sauce. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.