🍍 Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
A tropical-inspired slow cooker dish that’s sweet, tangy, and irresistibly tender — perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!
🔹 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
◾ 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
◾ Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce Mixture:
◾ 1 cup pineapple juice
◾ 1/2 cup brown sugar
◾ 1/3 cup soy sauce
◾ 1/2 cup ketchup
◾ 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
◾ 2 cloves garlic, minced
Add-ins:
◾ 1 bell pepper, chopped
◾ 1 cup pineapple chunks
Optional (for thickening):
◾ 2 tablespoons cornstarch
◾ 2 tablespoons water
🔹 Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:
👉 Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them at the bottom of the crockpot.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce:
👉 In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, and garlic.
👉 Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken.
3️⃣ Add the Veggies:
👉 Add chopped bell pepper and pineapple chunks on top.
4️⃣ Slow Cook:
👉 Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
5️⃣ Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
👉 Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking if you prefer a thicker sauce.
6️⃣ Serve:
👉 Garnish with extra pineapple and bell pepper if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
🔹 4 Tips for Perfect Hawaiian Chicken
✅ Use fresh pineapple juice if possible — it gives the dish a naturally bright flavor.
✅ Cut chicken into large pieces to keep it juicy during slow cooking.
✅ Don’t overcook — chicken should be fork-tender but not dry.
✅ Add chili flakes or sriracha for a sweet-and-spicy kick if you like heat.
🔹 Details
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 6 hours
🕓 Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
⚡ Calories: ~330 kcal per serving
