Sweet Teriyaki Chicken
An easy, healthy recipe transforming simple ingredients into a cozy dinner packed with sweet and savory flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal served over rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, ginger, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 5 to 6 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Set aside.
- Strain the remaining liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan.
- Heat the sauce over medium high heat and bring to a simmer.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the cold water until dissolved.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Pour the thickened teriyaki sauce over the shredded chicken and toss to coat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve over rice and enjoy.
Notes
Add steamed broccoli or snap peas for extra texture and color. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add a splash more honey before thickening. Chicken thighs can replace breasts for extra tenderness. Leftovers reheat beautifully and can be used in rice bowls, wraps, or salads.