This easy Teriyaki Chicken Recipe will have you dreaming of sticky rice and chopsticks all day long! Packed with protein and smothered with a sticky-sweet glaze, it’s the perfect weeknight win! And with just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, it will be the easiest dinner you’ll make all week!
Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
There’s no need for Teriyaki take-out when you can create this gratifying Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe at home with hardly any effort!
And trust me, homemade fresh always beats take-out!
Katie writes: “This is so tasty and easy!
The simplicity of this chicken dinner is really what makes it so appealing.
The Teriyaki Sauce reminds me of the restaurant style Teriyaki Sauce I get with take-out Teriyaki. Then the process of cooking your chicken in the slow cooker is so simple and easy.
This Restaurant Style Teriyaki Chicken really is an Easy Slow Cooker Dinner you owe it to yourself to try!
Have even more fun day dreaming about dinner this week when you also try these satisfying Teriyaki Meatballs!
So what are you waiting for?
Let’s get this Teriyaki chicken dinner started!
Simply round up these 3 slow cooker ingredients and you’ll be on your way to enjoying a delicious Teriyaki Chicken Dinner…
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Ingredients
You’ll just need 3 simple ingredients to make the BEST Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken!
Here’s what you need to get on your next grocery store run…
- Chicken – fresh or thawed if previously frozen.
- Teriyaki Sauce – I recommend using the specified variety for best flavor.
- Green Onions – see How to Regrow Green Onions!
- *optional Sesame Seeds
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
That’s it. So simple.
How to Make Teriyaki Chicken
You’re not going to believe how EASY it is to make this sweet and savory Teriyaki chicken in your slow cooker!
Just a few simple steps and your done…
1. First you’ll cook your chicken in the crockpot.
2. Then you’ll need to drain and discard the juices that the chicken releases. This will ensure a thicker more flavorful sauce.
3. Pour your sauce over the chicken, and cover the crockpot with the lid.
4. Continue cooking until done.
See… I told you this was going to be easy!!
Now it’s time to indulge… and enjoy every last wonderful bite!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Storage Tips
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal!
Teriyaki Chicken Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are some of my favorite Teriyaki recipe variations…
Teriyaki Chicken Wraps
For a delicious low carb option, dice or shred chicken, then serve on Romaine, Butter Lettuce, or Iceberg Leaves. Top with shredded carrots and cashews and ENJOY!
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches
Skip slicing your chicken breast, and serve on a bun with a pineapple ring and slice of Swiss cheese!
Crockpot Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Wings
Use ingredients listed below, but substitute 2 1/2 lbs. fresh or thawed Chicken Wings, and add 8 oz. Dole Crushed Pineapple (drained) to sauce.
1. Shorten cook time to 2.5 hour on HIGH before draining and adding sauce.
2. Pour sauce over wings, and cook for 30 more minutes.
3. For crispier wings, retain 3/4 cup of sauce mixture.
4. After wings have finished cooking, place on foil lined cookie sheet and brush with 1/4 cup of the remaining sauce and place under oven broiler for 5 minutes.
5. Then flip wings and brush with another 1/4 cup of sauce and place under broiler for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Then flip once more, brush with remaining 1/4 cup of sauce, and place under broiler for 5 more minutes.
More Teriyaki Recipe Variations
What To Serve With Teriyaki Chicken
There are so many delicious dinner sides you can serve along side this amazing slow cooked Teriyaki chicken!
Here are just a few of my favorites…
- White Rice
- Brown Rice
- Fried Rice
- Cauliflower Rice
- Chow Mein
- Crab Rangoons
- Cream Cheese Rangoons
- Egg Rolls dipped in Ginger Soy Sauce
- Spring Rolls
- Sweet and Sour Coleslaw
Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this tasty Teriyaki chicken slow cooker recipe…
Barrie writes: “Yummy!”
Carli writes: “Turned out really well!”
Katie writes: “This is so tasty and easy! I made mine with brown rice and broccoli.”
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Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 lbs. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, fresh or thawed
- 20 1/2 oz. Kikkoman Teriyaki Sauce, (or your favorite thick teriyaki sauce)
- 1 bunch Green Onions, chopped (see trick for Growing Green Onions Again & Again)
- 2 tsp. Sesame Seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook chicken in Crockpot on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours. (covered)
- After 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW, drain juices from Crockpot
- Remove chicken from Crockpot, and slice… then transfer back to Crockpot.
- Pour Teriyaki sauce over chicken, and cook on HIGH for 30 more minutes (covered), or until done.
- When ready to serve, garnish with Sesame Seeds and chopped Green Onions. ENJOY!!
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Same question. should I add anything to the chicken? Like water so it won’t dry out?
Hi Noemi ~ no need to add anything else into the crockpot. Water isn’t necessary, as the chicken will stay moist as it cooks in the juices it releases. Enjoy!
Why can’t I pour all ingredients together at the same time? How does the chicken have anything to cook with?
Hi Jen ~ the chicken will cook in it’s own juices it releases. If you pour the sauce in at the beginning it will become very watered down and will alter the taste of the dish. I drain the juices and add the sauce at the end for a thicker more delicious end result. Hope that helps! 😉
love the easy recipes
Thanks, Linda… I’m so glad to hear you’re enjoying the recipes!