Trader Joe’s Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe

This tender, juicy Trader Joes Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe is made with chicken breasts and Trader Joe’s Soyaki sauce, ready in just over 4 hours. The moment you pull the shredded chicken apart and toss it back into the sticky glaze is incredibly satisfying. I rely on this hands-off meal for busy weeknight dinners.

Better Than Takeaway

I used to order chicken teriyaki from our local takeout spot every Friday night until I realized how simple it is to make at home. Using a pre-made marinade like Trader Joe’s Soyaki saves me so much prep time.

The biggest surprise was learning that a quick cornstarch slurry at the end transforms a thin cooking liquid into a rich glaze. I ruined my first batch by skipping that step, leaving me with watery shredded chicken.

Trader Joes Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Trader Joe’s Soyaki sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp cold water
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
• 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

How To Make Trader Joes Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe

1. Add the Base: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Pour the Sauce: Pour the Soyaki sauce and minced garlic over the chicken, ensuring everything is well coated.
3. Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken reaches 165 F.
4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred it using two forks.
5. Thicken the Glaze: Whisk the cornstarch and cold water together, stir into the slow cooker liquid, and heat on high for 15 minutes.
6. Combine and Serve: Return the shredded chicken to the thickened sauce, toss to coat well, and garnish with sesame seeds.

Recipe Tips

• Check internal temperature: Chicken breasts dry out quickly, so pull them right when they reach 165 F.
• Use chicken thighs: For an even richer flavor and softer texture, swap the breasts for boneless skinless thighs.
• Make the slurry properly: Always mix cornstarch with cold water before adding it to hot liquid to prevent lumps.

What To Serve With Soyaki Chicken

Serve this sticky chicken over a bowl of freshly steamed jasmine rice or quinoa to soak up the extra sauce. I also like to pair it with roasted broccoli or quick-steamed bok choy for a complete meal.

How To Store

Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze the cooled shredded chicken with the sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating gently on the stove.

FAQs

Can I cook this on high heat?

Yes, you can cook it on high for 2 to 3 hours. However, low heat usually yields much more tender chicken.

Do I have to use Trader Joe’s brand?

No, any high-quality teriyaki or soy-ginger marinade will work well if you cannot find Soyaki.

Can I put frozen chicken in the crockpot?

It is generally safer to thaw your chicken completely before slow cooking. This ensures the meat cooks evenly and reaches a safe temperature quickly.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 850mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 22g
• Protein: 35g

Try More Recipes:

• Trader Joe’s Chicken Soup Dumplings Recipe
• Trader Joe’s Wine Country Chicken Salad Recipe
• Trader Joe’s Mandarin Chicken Recipe

Trader Joes Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

6

hours 

55

minutes

Total time

7

hours 

5

minutes

Trader Joes Soyaki Chicken Crockpot Recipe creates tender, sticky chicken breasts with minced garlic and rich soy marinade, ready in just 4 hours. Serving this slow-cooked meal over a bed of warm jasmine rice makes for an effortless hands-off weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

• 1 cup Trader Joe’s Soyaki sauce

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 tbsp cold water

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish

• 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions

• 1. Add the Base: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker.
• 2. Pour the Sauce: Pour the Soyaki sauce and minced garlic over the chicken, ensuring everything is well coated.
• 3. Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken reaches 165 F.
• 4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred it using two forks.
• 5. Thicken the Glaze: Whisk the cornstarch and cold water together, stir into the slow cooker liquid, and heat on high for 15 minutes.
• 6. Combine and Serve: Return the shredded chicken to the thickened sauce, toss to coat well, and garnish with sesame seeds.