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Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken for Effortless Family Dinners

This Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights, offering a healthy, homemade meal that the whole family will adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs or Breasts Choose thighs for moisture or breasts for a leaner option
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple Juice Fresh juice is best!
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Balances sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Reduce if less sweetness is preferred
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Can swap for hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can offer more punch
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Dried Ginger Fresh ginger can lighten the flavor profile
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar (optional) White vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Brings sweetness and color
  • 1 medium Onion Contributes sweetness and depth
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Mix in toward the end of cooking
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with cold water for thickening
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water Combine with cornstarch to create a slurry
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (optional) Adds richness for the sauce
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked White or Brown Rice Perfect base for the sauce

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Slow Cooker: Grease the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Add Chicken and Vegetables: Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker and layer with red bell pepper and onion.
  3. Make the Sauce: Whisk together pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic powder, ground ginger, rice wine vinegar, and black pepper. Pour over chicken and veggies, then fold in pineapple chunks.
  4. Cook: Cover and set cooker to LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2.5-4 hours.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir into the crockpot. Add butter if desired. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve: Remove lid and stir chicken and sauce. Spoon over rice, garnishing with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut chicken evenly for consistent cooking. Use fresh pineapple juice for best flavor.

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