Description
Tender and flavorful Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken made with juicy chicken thighs, pineapple, bell peppers, and a savory-sweet sauce. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Sauce:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Vegetables and Garnish:
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small red onion (sliced)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- Optional green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place chicken thighs in the crockpot.
- Mix Sauce: Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar. Pour over chicken.
- Add Vegetables: Place bell peppers, onion, and pineapple on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch and water, add to crockpot, and cook for 30 more minutes.
- Serve: Shred chicken and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs for a leaner option.
- Serve over rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of brown sugar to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
