Healthy Teriyaki Chicken
Jump to RecipeTeriyaki chicken in the crockpot is a gluten-free, dairy-free, and processed sugar-free meal. This recipe is so easy to make! It is paleo, low carb, and Whole30 compliant so perfect for any healthy meal plan. Healthy Teriyaki Chicken in the crockpot is also so delicious that your family will love it too.
All you need for this simple recipe is a crockpot and 6 ingredients. This is a perfect meal for a busy weeknight dinner.
Origins of Teriyaki Sauce
Teriyaki sauce can be traced back to Japanese immigrants who settled in Hawaii. They created a marinade that used local products like pineapple juice blended with soy sauce. Teriyaki Chicken is a popular dish on menus in Japanese restaurants in the United States. But, in Japan, it is not a popular item on the menu. That is because it is more of an American tradition rather than a Japanese one.
What makes my healthy chicken teriyaki in the crockpot different? I use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Coconut aminos is similar in color, consistency, and taste to soy sauce. It is soy-, wheat-, and gluten-free making it a healthier alternative to soy sauce. Perfect, for those who have food allergies. It is also lower in sodium.
How to make Chicken Teriyaki
It all starts by adding chicken thighs to the bottom of your crockpot. Next, you will add your liquids. Such as Coconut aminos, pineapple juice, and honey. Then add your spices, ginger, and garlic. Cover crockpot and cook for 4 hours on high. If you have more time, cook for 6 hours on low.
In the last 20 minutes of cooking add 1 can of chunked pineapple. All the pineapple needs to be is warmed up. This adds so much flavor to your recipe. This is my favorite part. Enjoy!
I hope you LOVE this amazing Teriyaki Chicken! It is
Delicious, nutritious, comforting and SO EASY!
This is the perfect meal when you are looking for something that your family will love. That is simple to make, without sacrificing their nutrition. This meal is sure to be one of your family’s favorites. It is perfect on rice, cauliflower rice, or even a salad. You can’t go wrong!
For another healthy crockpot meal be sure to try Shredded Mexican Chicken in the Crockpot.
If you try this recipe please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it.
Enjoy!
Danelle
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Healthy Teriyaki Chicken in the Crockpot
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 8 Chicken Thighs
- 3 tbsp Coconut Aminos
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tsp Ginger
- 2 tsp Garlic Granules
- 1/2 cup Pineapple juice
- 1 can Pineapple chunks Add to crockpot the last 20 minutes of cooking
Instructions
- Put chicken thighs in the bottom of the crockpot. Add coconut aminos, honey, ginger, garlic, and pineapple juice. Cover with the crockpot lid and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours. During the last 20 minutes add a can of pineapple chunks to the crockpot to warm. Serve on rice or cauliflower rice.
Are you craving something sweet but don’t want to skimp on nutrition? Try Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars!
I love using chicken thighs in the crock pot. They seem to stand up to slow cooking better and I love the meatier taste. I am looking forward to using them in this recipe!
Yes, I love using chicken thighs as well! Thank you for commenting! I hope you enjoy the recipe. Let me know when you try it.