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Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

This effortless Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken transforms basic chicken breasts into tender, flavorful bites with minimal prep time, making it a perfect meal for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use fresh or frozen chicken.
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce Feel free to use homemade or your favorite store-bought version.
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 2 cups cooked rice or noodles Serve as a base for the teriyaki chicken.
Garnishes (optional)
  • to taste sliced green onions For garnish.
  • to taste sesame seeds For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken, followed by the minced garlic and ginger.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, shred the chicken right in the pot and stir to coat with the sauce.
  2. Serve the teriyaki chicken over your choice of cooked rice or noodles.
  3. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 25gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in teriyaki sauce for an hour before cooking. Swap chicken for tofu for a plant-based version.

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