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Easy Slow Cooker Pineapple Hawaiian Chicken Recipe

Easy Slow Cooker Pineapple Hawaiian Chicken

Tender chicken, pineapple, brown sugar, and soy sauce cook together in the crockpot for a flavorful Hawaiian-inspired dinner. Serve the saucy chicken over rice with pineapple and optional vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 20 oz can Pineapple chunks or tidbits packed in juice, with juice reserved
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Packed light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 pepper Red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 small onion Small onion, sliced
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
For Serving
  • As needed Sliced green onions or sesame seeds

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs if using them, then place the chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. Stir together the reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, low-sodium soy sauce, and minced garlic if using. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  3. Add the pineapple chunks, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion if using. Cover the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally and is tender.
  5. Serve the chicken whole, sliced, or shredded with the pineapple and sauce. Spoon the sauce over rice and finish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

Choose pineapple packed in juice rather than heavy syrup to prevent an overly sweet sauce. For firmer pineapple, add the fruit during the final 30 to 60 minutes. Do not substantially overcook boneless chicken because it can become dry. For a thicker sauce, simmer the cooking liquid in a saucepan or whisk 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, stir it into the liquid, and simmer until thickened.