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Easy dump and go crockpot teriyaki chicken simmers in a slow cooker, promising a flavorful and effortless weeknight meal.

Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken: Dump and Done!

This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight meal solution. Simply dump the ingredients into your slow cooker, set it, and forget it! The result is tender, flavorful chicken in a delicious teriyaki sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated or 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish
  • Cooked rice for serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot (3-6 quart)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl
  • Serving Spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken in the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure everything is coated.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth.
  6. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the crockpot and stir well.
  7. Cover and continue to cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20-30 minutes.
  8. Serve the teriyaki chicken over cooked rice.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For extra tender chicken, use chicken thighs. To prevent chicken from drying out, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the sauce mixture. If the sauce is too thin, mix another tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water and add it to the crockpot. Cook for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to thin it out. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.