Savory Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
A delicious and easy meal that combines tender chicken with the sweetness of pineapple, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds) You can leave them whole or cut them into smaller pieces.
For the sauce
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust to taste.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For serving
- to taste sliced green onions Optional.
- to taste red pepper flakes Optional.
- to taste bell peppers Optional.
- for garnish fresh cilantro or parsley
- for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your chicken breasts. You can leave them whole or cut them into smaller pieces for quicker cooking.
- Place the chicken at the bottom of the crockpot.
Making the Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, diced pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
Cooking
- Pour the pineapple mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once done, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it back into the sauce.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds, alongside rice or vegetables.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce 30 minutes before serving. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference.