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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken Recipe

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken Recipe


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  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Succulent Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken delivers tropical flavors straight to dinner tables with minimal effort. Tender chicken mingles with pineapple and tangy sauce, creating a mouthwatering meal that whisks diners to island paradise without leaving home.


Ingredients

Scale

Meat:

  • 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken chunks

Fruit and Juice:

  • 1 cup (237 milliliters) pineapple juice
  • 1 medium can pineapple chunks

Seasonings and Sauces:

  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup (79 milliliters) soy sauce

Vegetables:

  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • green pepper chunks

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing the interior to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Nestle chicken chunks into the crockpot, creating an even layer for consistent cooking.
  3. Pour pineapple juice over the chicken, ensuring each piece is partially submerged in the liquid.
  4. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly across the chicken surface to create a caramelized glaze during cooking.
  5. Drizzle soy sauce over the mixture, which will enhance the umami flavor and tenderize the meat.
  6. Scatter chopped onions and green peppers throughout the crockpot for added texture and aromatic depth.
  7. If desired, distribute pineapple chunks around the chicken to infuse tropical sweetness.
  8. Cover and set the slow cooker to low temperature, allowing the chicken to simmer for 6-8 hours until meat becomes fork-tender.
  9. Once cooking is complete, gently stir the contents to ensure chicken is evenly coated with the rich, sweet sauce.
  10. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, spooning extra sauce from the crockpot for maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Swap chicken breasts with chicken thighs for extra juiciness and deeper flavor when slow cooking.
  • Add a cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce and create a more glossy consistency.
  • For a low-carb version, replace rice with cauliflower rice or serve over zucchini noodles to reduce overall carbohydrate content.
  • Toast sesame seeds or sprinkle chopped green onions on top for added crunch and freshness before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 231 kcal
  • Sugar: 17 g
  • Sodium: 370 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg