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Crockpot Pineapple Chicken

Crockpot Pineapple Chicken: Effortless Tropical Comfort in a Bowl

Crockpot Pineapple Chicken combines tender chicken with juicy pineapple and crisp bell peppers, delivering tropical comfort and a gluten-free meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for juicier texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Pineapple Chunks (with juice) Using fresh pineapple brightens the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Low-sodium Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with brown sugar or maple syrup.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Consider garlic powder if fresh garlic is unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Ground ginger can serve as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Swap for arrowroot powder to keep it gluten-free.
  • 1/2 cup Water Used for creating a cornstarch slurry.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 - Red Bell Pepper Can replace with yellow or orange pepper.
  • 1 - Green Bell Pepper Mix with other veggies for diversity.
For Garnish (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Completely optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Consider using toasted coconut for a tropical twist.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Pineapple Chicken
  1. Layer Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Pour over chicken.
  3. Add Vegetables: Layer chopped red and green bell peppers along with pineapple chunks over the chicken.
  4. Set & Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  5. Thicken Sauce: In the last 30 minutes, whisk cornstarch with water and stir into the crockpot.
  6. Serve: Stir the dish and serve over rice or noodles, garnishing with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Storage Tips: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain tenderness.

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