Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. This easy slow cooker recipe combines tender chicken with juicy pineapple and a rich sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger. Just throw everything in your crockpot and let it simmer until the chicken is perfectly cooked and infused with tropical goodness. Serve it over rice or pasta for a satisfying meal that the whole family will adore. It’s not only delicious but also versatile enough for meal prepping, ensuring you can enjoy its mouthwatering taste multiple times throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Add pineapple chunks on top of the chicken.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture over chicken and pineapple in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using forks and return it to the crockpot.
- Mix cornstarch with water; stir into the sauce to thicken.
- Cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg