Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
A tropical chicken dish that combines succulent chicken with pineapple and soy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
- 1 can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained 8 oz can
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- to taste Salt and pepper Use according to preference.
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water To mix for thickening sauce.
Optional Garnishes
- to taste sliced green onions
- to taste sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Layer the Chicken: Start by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker, laying them flat.
- Create the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine: Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Thicken the Sauce: After cooking, remove the chicken and whisk cornstarch with water in a bowl. Stir into the sauce and cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- Final Touches: Return the chicken to the crockpot and let it soak in the sauce for a few minutes before serving over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
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Notes
Consider marinating chicken in sauce overnight for enhanced flavor. You can add chopped vegetables like bell peppers during the last hour of cooking for nutrition. Adjust sweetness by modifying brown sugar amount.