Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken (Print Version)

Flavorful slow-cooked teriyaki chicken that takes just 5 minutes to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights with rice and vegetables.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 pounds chicken breasts

→ Sauce

02 - ½ cup honey
03 - ¾ cup soy sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
05 - ¼ cup mirin
06 - ½ teaspoon powdered ginger
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Thickening agent

11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
12 - 1 tablespoon cool water

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Grease the container of a large slow cooker.
02 - Add the sauce ingredients in the order listed into the prepared container of a slow cooker and whisk to combine. DO NOT ADD the cornstarch and water mixture!
03 - Place chicken breasts into the slow cooker and turn to coat.
04 - Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours or until chicken is easily shredded with a fork.
05 - Remove chicken from the crock pot and place into a medium serving dish. Do not discard the sauce. Shred the chicken with two forks. Cover and set aside.
06 - Set a fine mesh strainer over a 4-quart saucepan and carefully pour sauce through the strainer into the saucepan. Mix cornstarch in water and add to the sauce, stir or whisk until fully incorporated. Bring sauce to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened.
07 - Mix half of the sauce into the shredded chicken, and save half of the sauce for serving.
08 - Serve with rice, stir-fried veggies or your favorite Asian salad.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Serve with rice, stir-fried vegetables, or an Asian-inspired salad for a complete meal.