Slow Cooker 6-Ingredient Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
1. Introduction
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken Thighs is a remarkably simple, high-flavor meal that transforms a few basic pantry staples into a tender, savory-sweet Japanese-inspired entree. By using chicken thighs instead of breasts, the meat remains incredibly succulent and juicy throughout the long, slow cooking process, perfectly absorbing the rich umami of the teriyaki glaze.
2. Ingredients
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The Protein: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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The Glaze: 1 cup teriyaki sauce (bottled or homemade).
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Sweet & Tangy: 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar.
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Aromatics: 1 tbsp minced garlic and 1 tsp freshly grated ginger.
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Thickener: 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for the final glaze).
