Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki With Broccoli

This Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki with Broccoli is a tender and flavorful recipe, which uses boneless chicken breasts and low-sodium teriyaki sauce. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 7 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki With Broccoli Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
• 2 cups low sodium teriyaki sauce (from a 20-ounce bottle)
• 2 cups broccoli florets

How To Make Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki With Broccoli

1. Prepare the slow cooker: Spray a 6-7 quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Add chicken and sauce: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour 1 cup of teriyaki sauce over the chicken.
3. Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
4. Shred the chicken and add broccoli: Shred the cooked chicken, stir in another cup of teriyaki sauce and broccoli florets.
5. Finish cooking: Cook for an additional 30-60 minutes, or until the broccoli is fork-tender. Serve with extra teriyaki sauce if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use frozen broccoli? Yes, but add it toward the end of cooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
• How do I thicken the sauce? Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes.
• Can I use chicken thighs instead? Yes, boneless skinless thighs work well and stay juicy during slow cooking.
• What size slow cooker works best? A 6-7 quart slow cooker is ideal for this amount of chicken and sauce.

What To Serve With Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki

This dish pairs well with simple sides to create a balanced meal:

• Steamed white or brown rice
• Fried rice
• Garlic noodles
• Roasted vegetables

How To Store Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently.

Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 136 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 13 g
• Protein: 17 g
• Fat: 2 g
• Sodium: 834 mg
• Sugar: 11 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I add other vegetables to this recipe?
Yes, snap peas, bell peppers, or carrots also work well—add them in the last hour of cooking.

Can I double this recipe?
Yes, but increase the cooking time slightly and ensure your slow cooker is large enough.

Do I need to shred the chicken?
Shredding helps the chicken absorb more sauce, but you can also serve whole breasts if preferred.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Chicken Stir-Fry With Frozen Vegetables
• Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
• Crock Pot Chicken Sausage Soup