Print

Ultimate Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken: No Watery Sauce Guaranteed

Close-up of shredded crockpot teriyaki chicken coated in rich sauce, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This easy slow cooker teriyaki chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. You dump the ingredients in the crockpot and let it cook until the chicken is tender and coated in a thick, sweet and savory sauce. This set it and forget it chicken is a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Pour this teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  4. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  6. Pour the slurry into the slow cooker liquid remaining in the pot. Stir well.
  7. Cook on HIGH for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens into a rich glaze. This step prevents a watery sauce.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the thickened sauce and stir to coat completely.
  9. Serve the crockpot teriyaki chicken hot over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • For the best flavor and texture, use chicken thighs. They stay more moist during the long cooking time.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce without using cornstarch, remove the chicken early, shred it, and let the sauce simmer uncovered on high for 20-30 minutes until reduced.
  • This is a great freezer crockpot dump meal; assemble ingredients in a freezer-safe bag ahead of time.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://cookincorner.com/crockpot-teriyaki-chicken-recipe-easy-dump-and-go/