Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

Slow cooker teriyaki chicken is big in flavor with minimal effort. Chicken thighs slow cook in a homemade teriyaki sauce that uses common ingredients like soy sauce and honey. This crockpot chicken teriyaki is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even Sunday dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy restaurant-quality teriyaki chicken . Instructions to make this teriyaki chicken recipe in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients For Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
• Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
• Honey
• Rice Vinegar
• Arrow Root Starch or Corn Starch
• Water
• Seasonings: ground ginger, salt, pepper

How To Make Teriyaki Chicken In The Crockpot

Slow Cooker

1. Add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, starch, and ground ginger to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps. 
2. Gently toss in the chicken.
3. Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6.

Instant Pot

1. Add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, starch, and ground ginger to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps. 
2. Gently toss in the chicken.
3. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 8 minutes.
4. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.

FAQs & Tips

Can you use chicken breasts ?

This crockpot teriyaki chicken recipe calls for chicken thighs but technically you can use chicken breasts. If you choose to use chicken breasts, keep in mind that they tend to easily  overcook in the slow cooker which will result in dry chicken.

Can you add vegetables to this?

Sure. Suggestions include broccoli, onion, bell peppers, or snap peas. Add the vegetables the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Is this paleo-friendly?

Yes…if you use coconut aminos and arrow root starch!

Can you make this gluten-free?

You can easily make this slow cooker teriyaki chicken recipe gluten-free by substituting coconut aminos for the soy sauce. Cornstarch is naturally gluten-free.

Can you double this recipe?

Yes! Feeding a larger crowd? Double the ingredients and use a larger,  6-quart slow cooker.

How do you store leftovers?

Store leftover slow cooker teriyaki chicken in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

What size slow cooker did you use?

I used a 3.5 quart slow cooker.

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Ingredients

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• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon arrow root starch or corn starch
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Slow Cooker

1. Add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, starch, and ground ginger to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps.
2. Gently toss in the chicken.
3. Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6.

Instant Pot

1. Add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, starch, and ground ginger to the Instant Pot. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps.
2. Gently toss in the chicken.
3. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 8 minutes.
4. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.

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