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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 4 chicken thighs bone-in or boneless
  • - ½ cup soy sauce
  • - ¼ cup brown sugar
  • - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • - 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • - 2 tablespoons water optional, for thickening

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and sesame oil. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over them, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth, then stir it into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Once the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker, shred or slice it if desired, and serve it with the sauce over rice or noodles.
  • For best results, use skin-on chicken thighs for extra flavor and moisture. Cooking on a budget doesn't mean sacrificing flavor, so this recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious meal without breaking the bank.
  • If you have any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Additionally, feel free to customize the marinade by adding your favorite spices or herbs to elevate the flavor further.
  • Enjoy your budget-friendly Teriyaki Chicken Thighs!