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SWEET HAWAIIAN CROCK POT CHICKEN

Sweet Hawaiian Crock Pot Chicken for Easy Family Dinners

This Sweet Hawaiian Crock Pot Chicken is an effortless recipe that transforms dinner into a delightful escape with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Thighs provide juiciness, ideal for slow cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup pineapple juice Adds sweetness and acidity; use from canned or fresh pineapples.
  • ½ cup soy sauce Delivers umami and saltiness; opt for low-sodium if preferred.
  • ½ cup brown sugar Balances flavors and deepens the sauce color.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor depth; fresh garlic is best.
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger Optional for warmth; fresh ginger can elevate flavor.
  • salt and pepper Essential for seasoning to taste.
For the Texture
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Necessary for thickening the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
For the Extras
  • 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks, drained Adds texture and sweetness.
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced Provides color and mild sweetness.
  • cooked rice White, jasmine, or coconut rice serves as the ideal base.
  • green onions Optional garnish.
  • sesame seeds Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by trimming any excess fat from the chicken. Lightly season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Place your seasoned chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring even cooking.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Add ground ginger if desired.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, and add drained pineapple chunks and sliced red bell pepper on top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the chicken once cooked. Mix cornstarch with cold water, then stir into the sauce to thicken.
  7. Return the chicken to the pot and coat well in the thickened sauce. Allow it to soak up the flavors for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish is family-friendly and can adapt to your personal taste with variations like Spicy Hawaiian Chicken or Teriyaki Style.

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