Yield: 4-6 servings
This is the best teriyaki chicken I’ve tasted! The sauce is what makes this very special. Easily make this in your trusty slow cooker and enjoy a simple yet bursting with flavor dinner any time with this mouthwatering honey teriyaki chicken!
INGREDIENTS
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 c.)
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6), cut into 1 1/2” pieces
1/2 c. honey
1/2 c. tamari or soy sauce
1/4 c. rice vinegar
1 tbsp grated peeled fresh ginger
2 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 c. water
For serving: cooked rice, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, sliced scallions
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
How to make Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken
Step 1: In the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker, arrange the chicken in a single layer. On top, scatter the onion and garlic. In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, pepper, and ginger and pour this over the chicken.
Step 2: Put the lid on and set to cook for 2 to 3 hours on low setting or 1 to 2 hours on high. Once the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F, then the chicken is done.
Step 3: To a bowl, transfer the chicken using a slotted spoon. Into a small saucepan, pour the leftover sauce from the slow cooker, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes until the sauce has reduced. In the meantime, place the water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Mix well until the lumps are gone. Stir this into the sauce once the sauce has reduced and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Step 4: Place the chicken back into the slow cooker and pour in just enough sauce. Set aside any remaining sauce.
Step 5: Serve the honey teriyaki chicken right away over cooked rice and garnish with some sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and scallions. Enjoy!
NOTES:
In an airtight container, keep any leftover chicken and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
You can make the chicken a day ahead and simply keep it in the fridge and store it in the fridge. In a saucepan, warm the chicken over medium-low heat. Then, serve. Or do this in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 304, Fat 6.4 g (9.8%), Saturated 1.7 g (8.4%), Carbs 29.6 g (9.9%), Fiber 0.7 g (2.9%), Sugars 24.3 g, Protein 31.9 g (63.8%), Sodium 1314.1 mg (54.8%)