Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken with Brown Sugar
This Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with tender chicken thighs simmered in a sauce made from soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a hint of garlic and ginger. It’s a simple, crowd-pleasing meal that you can set and forget, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- sesame seeds for garnish
- chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set it aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Pour the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker and stir well.
- Turn the slow cooker to high and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened to your liking.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and coat it with the thickened sauce.
- Serve the chicken over rice or your choice of side, and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a dash of red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
Serving: 271gCalories: 400kcal
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