Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making it the perfect dish for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With tender chicken simmered in a mouthwatering sauce of pineapple juice and soy sauce, this recipe offers effortless preparation and a taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic—no fuss, no stress! Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal, or get creative with tacos and salads. This easy-to-make dish is not only crowd-pleasing but also full of vibrant flavors that capture the essence of tropical cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken and whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Return chicken to the slow cooker for an additional 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg