Let’s walk through this incredibly simple slow cooker method:

1. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:

• In a small or medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and optional red pepper flakes until well combined.

2. Combine Chicken and Sauce in Slow Cooker:

• Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
• Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce evenly over the chicken thighs.

3. Cook:

• Cover the slow cooker securely with the lid.
• Cook on the LOW heat setting for 6-7 hours OR on the HIGH heat setting for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be very tender and cooked through.

4. Shred the Chicken:

• Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board or in a large bowl.
• Using two forks, shred the tender chicken into bite-sized pieces.

5. Combine Shredded Chicken and Sauce:

• Return the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker. Stir it well to combine thoroughly with the flavorful sauce remaining in the pot. Let it sit for a few minutes to absorb more sauce.

6. Serve:

• Serve the hot Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken and its sauce over cooked rice or noodles, or use it as a filling for lettuce wraps.
• Garnish generously with chopped peanuts, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds just before serving.

Delicious teriyaki flavor achieved with minimal effort!