Description
Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken is a mouthwatering dish featuring juicy chicken thighs bathed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this effortless recipe transforms your slow cooker into a flavor powerhouse. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles, and watch as this comforting meal warms hearts and satisfies appetites, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
- 3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- 4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- 5. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks; return to the slow cooker to mix with juices.
- 6. Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg