Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken
A flavorful and simple slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken in a thick teriyaki sauce, infused with garlic and ginger, and accompanied by vibrant broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 370 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- 1 cup Teriyaki Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
- 3 cups Broccoli Florets (Fresh, cut small)
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Cold Water
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker for even cooking.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. If using, add the minced garlic and grated ginger now.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Carefully remove the chicken to a plate and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then stir into the hot bubbling sauce in the slow cooker.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the pot, then add the broccoli florets.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 20-30 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Serve hot over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
For best results, use a thick teriyaki sauce and fresh broccoli. Shred the chicken while hot for easier handling.