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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken for Easy Tropical Bliss

Discover the Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken recipe that's a staple for busy weeknights and family gatherings, combining chicken, pineapple, and a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts The main protein providing a lean texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Both canned and fresh work wonderfully.
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can work as a replacement.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic enhances aroma.
  • 1 tbsp Grated Ginger Ground ginger works well too, just use less.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on your spice preference.
For Thickening the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer.
  2. Add Pineapple: Pour pineapple chunks over the chicken evenly.
  3. Whisk the Sauce: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour it over chicken and pineapple.
  4. Cook on Low: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
  5. Shred the Chicken: When cooked, shred chicken with two forks directly in the crockpot.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water, add to crockpot, and stir well.
  7. Final Cook on High: Cover and cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Combine and Serve: Stir shredded chicken with the thickened sauce and serve over rice or in tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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