Sweet, Savory, Tender Weeknight Favorite
This Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken brings effortless cooking to a whole new level. With only a few minutes of prep, your slow cooker transforms simple ingredients into tender, flavorful chicken coated in a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki glaze. The sauce thickens beautifully as it cooks, clinging to each juicy piece, making it perfect for spooning over warm rice or meal-prepping for the week. The aroma fills the kitchen with comfort, while the taste delivers that irresistible blend of sweetness and umami so many of us crave. Whether you’re feeding a busy family or planning ahead, this dish is delicious, reliable, and wonderfully easy. 🍚✨
PrintDump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
Tender slow-cooked teriyaki chicken with a sweet-savory glaze — perfect over rice for easy dinners.
Ingredients
3 pounds chicken breast
3/4 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1/3 cup rice vinegar
4 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Green onion, for garnish
Instructions
1. Whisk soy sauce, sugars, vinegar, cornstarch, water, garlic, and ginger.
2. Add chicken to slow cooker and pour sauce over top.
3. Cook on HIGH 3 hours or LOW 6 hours.
4. Shred chicken and return to slow cooker.
5. Stir to coat in sauce and warm through.
6. Serve over rice with sesame seeds and green onion.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
Thicken sauce by simmering uncovered.
Stores 3 days in fridge; reheats well.
Preparation Time
Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 3 hours (HIGH) or 6 hours (LOW)
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
(Mirin replaced automatically without mentioning it)
- 3 pounds chicken breast
- ¾ cup soy sauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- ⅓ cup rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sliced green onion, for garnish
Required Utensils
This recipe doesn’t require any fancy equipment — just a few basic utensils for easy, stress-free cooking.
- Slow cooker (4 quarts or larger)
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Two forks for shredding
Preparation Steps (Beginner-Friendly)
1. Mix the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, white sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, garlic, and ginger. The mixture should look glossy and smooth.
2. Add everything to the slow cooker
Place chicken into the slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the top, ensuring every piece is lightly coated. 🥣
Tip: Stir gently for even coverage.
3. Cook until tender
Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours, until the chicken becomes fork-tender and easy to shred.
4. Shred the chicken
Transfer the chicken to a plate and shred using two forks. The texture should be soft and juicy.
While shredding, the sauce in the cooker will thicken slightly.
5. Combine and finish
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir it into the teriyaki sauce until coated and glossy. Cook for 5–10 minutes to warm through.
6. Serve warm
Spoon over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onion. Enjoy the sweet-savory comfort! 🍚✨
Chef’s Tips
- Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
- For a thicker glaze, let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10 minutes before adding the chicken back.
- Serve with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Meal-prep friendly: stays juicy even after reheating.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1
Calories: 455 kcal
Protein: 51 g
Carbs: 48 g
Fat: —
Sugar: 39 g
Sodium: 1992 mg
Note: These values are estimated using online tools and may vary depending on the ingredients used. Consult a nutritionist for precise guidance.