Crockpot Frozen Chicken Teriyaki
Savor the flavor of tender, juicy chicken cooked to perfection in the crockpot, infused with a mouthwatering teriyaki glaze. This easy-to-prepare dish is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering a delicious and satisfying meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs frozen chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch for thickening, optional
- 2 tablespoons water for thickening, optional
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish optional
Instructions
- Place the frozen chicken in the crockpot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, making sure the chicken is well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
- If you'd like to thicken the sauce, in a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the crockpot and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on high, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the crockpot teriyaki chicken over steamed rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 920mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 42g