Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken chunks simmered in a sweet and savory pineapple sauce with brown sugar and soy sauce. Optional vegetables like pineapple chunks, onion, and green pepper add vibrant texture and taste, making this dish a perfect weeknight meal with tropical flair.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken chunks (white or dark meat, or both, depending on your preference)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium version can be used)
Optional Vegetables
- 1 medium can pineapple chunks
- 1 small onion, chopped
- Green pepper, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients including chicken chunks, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and optional vegetables. Chop the onion and green pepper into bite-sized pieces if using.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is thoroughly dissolved to create a vibrant sweet and savory sauce base.
- Assemble in Crockpot: Place the chicken chunks in the crockpot. If using, add the pineapple chunks, chopped onion, and green pepper over the chicken for added flavor and texture.
- Pour Sauce: Pour the prepared pineapple juice sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot, ensuring everything is coated well.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, tender, and infused with the sweet Hawaiian flavors.
- Serve: Once cooked, stir the mixture gently to distribute the sauce evenly. Serve the Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken over rice or with your preferred side dishes for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For a lower sodium option, use low sodium soy sauce.
- Adjust brown sugar quantity to your preferred sweetness level.
- Adding vegetables like onion and green pepper brings extra flavor and nutrition but can be omitted if desired.
- Use fresh pineapple chunks instead of canned if preferred, adjusting the quantity accordingly.
- This recipe works well in any slow cooker or crockpot.Size and cooking times may vary slightly with different models.
