Slow Cooked Teriyaki Chicken

From Put a Lyd on It



12 boneless skinless chicken thighs, or 6 chicken breasts, sliced or shredded
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup soy sauce
6 T cider vinegar
3/4 tsp. ground ginger
3/4 tsp minced garlic
1/4 tsp. pepper
4-1/2 tsp cornstarch
4-1/2 tsp. cold water


Hot cooked rice, optional

Place chicken in a 4-quart slow cooker. In a larg bowl, combine sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pepper. Pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low 4-5 hours or until juices run clear.Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. I shredded the chicken and then added it to the thickened sauce. Transfer cooking juices to a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken and rice.