Description
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines convenience with mouth-watering flavors. This savory dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich teriyaki sauce, enhanced with fresh garlic and ginger. Paired with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers and broccoli, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Just toss the ingredients into your crockpot, set it, and let the magic happen while you focus on your day. Whether served over rice, noodles, or in wraps, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike with its deliciousness and healthy profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour the sauce over it, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Layer sliced bell peppers and broccoli on top of the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) before serving.
- If desired, thicken the sauce by simmering in a small saucepan until reduced.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg