Savory Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken That Cooks Itself

This Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken is a hassle-free recipe packed with flavor and vibrant vegetables.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Breast can swap with tofu for vegetarian option

For the Sauce

1 cup Teriyaki Sauce try coconut aminos for gluten-free alternative

For the Vegetables

2 cups Bell Peppers can substitute with snap peas or carrots
4 cloves Garlic fresh preferred, but granulated works
1 large Onion use yellow or white for sweetness; shallots can substitute

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional
2 tablespoons Green Onions adds freshness; omit if unavailable

Equipment

Crockpot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by preparing your ingredients. Trim the chicken breast, cutting it into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the bell peppers into strips.
Place the chopped chicken into your crockpot. Pour in the teriyaki sauce, and add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Mix everything together gently.
Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 4 hours.
In the last hour of cooking, add the sliced bell peppers to the crockpot and stir gently.
Once cooked, serve over rice or noodles, garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 45gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 122mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce a few hours before cooking. Serve with steamed veggies for an additional nutritious boost.

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