Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 3-4 hours
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more! Today, we’re diving into the world of slow-cooked teriyaki chicken, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this.

No let’s get started! This recipe is a game-changer, and I’m not just saying that because it’s ridiculously easy to make. The combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors is absolute perfection, and the best part? It’s all thanks to your trusty slow cooker!
First things first, let’s talk about the prep work. You’ll need to mix together the cooking liquid, which consists of soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Sounds like a lot, I know, but trust me, it’s worth it!
Once you’ve got your cooking liquid mixed up, it’s time to add the chicken. You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, whichever you prefer. Just make sure they’re cut into bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
Now it’s time to add the chicken to the slow cooker. Place the chicken in the bottom of the cooker, then pour the cooking liquid over the top. Make sure the chicken is coated in the liquid, then cover the cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1-2 hours.
While the chicken is cooking, you can start reducing the cooking liquid to create a thick and sticky teriyaki sauce. To do this, transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, it’s time to shred the chicken and toss it in the sauce. Use two forks to shred the chicken, then add it to the saucepan with the teriyaki sauce. Toss the chicken in the sauce until it’s fully coated, then serve hot over rice or noodles.

This slow-cooked teriyaki chicken is the perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. It’s easy to make, delicious, and packed with flavor. So go ahead, give it a try, and let me know what you think!

And don’t forget to check out the other delicious recipes on this site for more inspiration and ideas!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Instructions
- 1. Mix together the cooking liquid: soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- 2. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour the cooking liquid over the top, ensuring the chicken is coated.
- 4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1-2 hours.
- 5. Transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat to reduce it.
- 6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- 7. Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and add it to the saucepan with the teriyaki sauce.
- 8. Toss the chicken in the sauce until fully coated, then serve hot over rice or noodles.
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