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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken for Effortless Tropical Bliss

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken offers a delightful blend of pineapple and soy sauce for a tropical dinner experience.
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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 Feel free to use frozen chicken, just add extra cooking time.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup pineapple juice Ensure it's 100% juice for the best flavor.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Can be reduced or omitted for a lighter taste.
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained Intensifies the sweet pineapple flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic Fresh garlic is always best!
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger Brings warmth and a hint of spice.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
For the Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Thickens the sauce for a glossy finish.
  • 2 tablespoons water Mixed with cornstarch to create a slurry.
For Garnish
  • sliced green onions Optional, adds freshness.
  • sesame seeds Optional, adds crunch.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Chicken. Place the 4 chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Mix the Sauce. Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Coat the Chicken. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Step 4: Cook the Chicken. Set the slow cooker to LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Step 5: Remove the Chicken. Carefully take the chicken out and let it rest.
  6. Step 6: Thicken the Sauce. Mix cornstarch with water, pour into the sauce, and cook on HIGH for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Return the Chicken. Stir the chicken back into the thickened sauce.
  8. Step 8: Serve and Garnish. Shred or serve the chicken whole, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This dish is a crowd-pleaser and can be served over rice or noodles. For added nutrition, include bell peppers or snap peas during the last hour of cooking.

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