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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken That Will Brighten Your Day

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that combines pineapple and soy sauce flavors for a tropical feast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Frozen works too, just add extra time
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup pineapple juice Balances sweetness and acidity
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Can reduce for a lighter sweetness
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce Choose gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 can crushed pineapple 8 oz, in juice, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic Lends aromatic notes
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger Adds warmth and spice
  • salt and pepper To taste
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch For achieving perfect sauce consistency
  • 2 tablespoons water To mix with cornstarch for slurry
For Garnish
  • sliced green onions Optional for garnish
  • sesame seeds Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper; whisk until well blended.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  4. Cover slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest on a cutting board.
  6. Whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then add it to the sauce in the slow cooker.
  7. Return the chicken to the sauce and let it sit on warm for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 30gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of water.

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