Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki

This Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken leverages the gentle cooking power of the slow cooker to meld the flavors of soy, brown sugar, and spices into chicken that’s irresistibly juicy and flavorful. Here’s how you can create this dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

INGREDIENTS:

3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks

3/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/3 cup rice vinegar

2 garlic cloves, minced

3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

4 teaspoons cornstarch

1/4 cup warm water

1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the Slow Cooker:

Place the chopped chicken in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.

Mix the Sauce:

Cook:

Cover and set the slow cooker to low. Let the chicken cook for 4 to 5 hours until tender and fully cooked through.

Thicken the Sauce:

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker. Mix the cornstarch with the warm water until it forms a smooth slurry. With the slow cooker set to a warm setting, gradually stir the cornstarch mixture into the teriyaki sauce to thicken it, ensuring to mix well to avoid lumps …