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Tender shredded chicken in a glossy teriyaki glaze inside a slow cooker garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup hone y
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarc h
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken pieces in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks or slice into strips.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and cold water together to create a smooth slurry.
  • Pour the slurry into the slow cooker liquid and whisk to combine.
  • Set the slow cooker to high and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce has thickened to a glaze consistency.
  • Return the chicken to the slow cooker and toss to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
  • Serve over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.