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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

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This dish combines juicy chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce made from pineapple and soy. Perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings, it’s flavorful and effortless.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the pineapple mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and set aside.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry.
  7. Pour the slurry into the slow cooker and stir well to thicken the sauce.
  8. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and let it cook for an additional 10–15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken thoroughly.
  9. Shred the chicken or leave whole as desired.
  10. Serve over rice or noodles and garnish if desired.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 1–2 hours before cooking.
  • You can add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Ideal for family dinners or entertaining.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian