Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, chicken thighs work even better because they have more fat and stay juicier during long cooking times. Use the same amount and cooking times.

What if my sauce is too thin?

Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to let some liquid evaporate, or make a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) and stir it in during the last 10 minutes.

Can I skip the broccoli?

Absolutely. The broccoli is optional, though it does make this more of a complete meal. You can also substitute snap peas, bell peppers, or carrots added at the same timing.

Easy Dump and Go Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

CROCKPOT TERIYAKI CHICKEN

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A sweet and savory dump and go recipe with minimal effort. Tender chicken absorbs delicious teriyaki flavors while the crockpot does all the work.

Author: Sarah Mae Carter
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cook
Cuisine: Asian-American

Ingredients

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2 lbs chicken breasts
1 cup teriyaki sauce
1 cup broccoli florets

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Instructions

Place chicken breasts in crockpot in a single layer. Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken, coating each piece.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours. Avoid lifting lid during cooking.
Add broccoli florets during the last 30 minutes of cooking, pressing them slightly into the sauce.
Check that chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature in the thickest part. Shred with forks or serve whole. Spoon sauce over chicken and broccoli, then serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

For thicker sauce, remove lid during last 30 minutes or make cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water) and stir in at end.
Fresh or frozen broccoli both work. No need to thaw frozen.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for juicier results with same cooking times.
Each time you lift the lid adds 15-20 minutes to cooking time.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 oz chicken)
Calories: 325 kcal
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 980 mg
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 50 g
Cholesterol: 130 mg

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