Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken and Rice

🍯🥢 Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken and Rice

Effortless | Sweet & Savory | Family-Friendly

This Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken and Rice is a warm hug in a bowl—tender, fall-apart chicken thighs slow-cooked in a glossy, umami-packed sauce made with honey, tamari, mirin, garlic, and fresh ginger. It’s served over fluffy basmati rice, soaking up every drop of the rich, sticky-sweet teriyaki glaze.

Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish is as hands-off as it is satisfying. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting—just toss everything in and come back to an aromatic, hearty, and well-balanced meal. A sprinkle of green onions at the end adds that fresh, final flourish.

Why You’ll Love It

🐓 Protein-Rich & Satisfying

Chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, and they provide sustained energy through quality protein that supports muscle health and fullness.

🍚 Comforting Carbs Done Right

White basmati rice delivers soft texture and pairs perfectly with the sweet-savory teriyaki glaze—ideal for a post-workout meal or family dinner.

🍯 Better-For-You Teriyaki

Using tamari instead of soy sauce makes this dish gluten-free-friendly, and honey provides natural sweetness without needing refined sugar.

🧄 Gut & Immune Boosters

Ginger and garlic aren’t just for flavor—they’re packed with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties to support immune and digestive health.

⏱️ Hands-Off Cooking

The slow cooker makes this a fuss-free meal. Set it, forget it, and come home to a delicious dinner with minimal effort and cleanup.

🧂 Easy to Customize

Add steamed broccoli, carrots, or snap peas for extra veggies—or swap rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.