Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken
This Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken delivers 36g protein and 386 calories per serving — a balanced option for building phases. Batch-preps 4 servings with minimal active time, letting you meal prep an Asian-inspired dinner efficiently. Works for hitting 160g+ daily protein targets without repetitive cooking.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(160g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(45g)
- •Honey(45g)
- •Brown sugar(45g)
- •Garlic(60g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •2 tablespoons water
- •Cornstarch(15g)
- •Sesame seeds
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Rice, Brown, Long-Grain
Instructions
- 1Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
- 2In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken thighs.
- 3Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Strain the cooking liquid through a mesh sieve and into a medium saucepan.
- 4In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to the strained cooking liquid, whisk to incorporate, then heat the saucepan over medium high, stirring constantly until the sauce bubbles. Continue cooking and stirring until glossy and thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 5Add the chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat. Serve warm with rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions as desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
386
calories
36g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 32g
- Saturated fat
- 2.9g
- Sodium
- 1552 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.7g
4 servings per batch · ~266g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken have per serving?
Each serving has 36g of protein and 386 calories, with 14g fat and 32g carbs. The macro profile supports both protein targets and post-workout carbohydrate needs.
How long does Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep time yields 4 servings per batch on the stovetop, making it suitable for a 4-day meal prep cycle or split between lunches and dinners. The hands-on cooking time is minimal.
Is Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 36g protein per serving with 32g carbs and 386 calories, this recipe provides a balanced nutrient density for muscle gain phases. The carbohydrate content supports training performance and glycogen replenishment.
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