Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

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Diet Category High Protein
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 266 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp. garlic minced
  • 2 tsp. ginger minced
  • 2 oz honey
  • 3 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 4 oz tamari
  • 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 2 fl oz. cold water
  • 2 tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp. green onions sliced, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, ginger, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and rice vinegar. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce from the slow cooker through a strainer into a saucepan. Place the saucepan on the stove over medium high heat and bring to a simmer.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and water and stir until dissolved. Pour the cornstarch into the pan and bring to a boil. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the sauce has just thickened.
  • Pour the sauce over the shredded chicken and toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce. Sprinkle the chicken with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve.

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NUTRITION FACTS

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 1122mgPotassium: 522mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 49IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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