Description
Hawaiian flavors dance through this crockpot chicken, blending tropical sweetness with savory comfort. Tender chicken pieces simmered in pineapple and tangy sauce promise a delightful meal that transports you to island paradise with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds chicken chunks (white or dark meat, or a mix of both)
Liquid and Sweeteners:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 medium can pineapple chunks
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
Instructions
- Whisk together the sauce components in the crockpot, creating a vibrant Hawaiian-inspired marinade.
- Nestle chicken pieces into the liquid, ensuring each portion is thoroughly coated with the aromatic mixture.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to low temperature, allowing the chicken to gently simmer and absorb flavors for 6-8 hours.
- Halfway through cooking, softly stir the chicken to distribute the sauce evenly and prevent sticking.
- About 30 minutes before serving, introduce diced pineapple chunks, finely chopped onions, and sliced green peppers to enhance the dish’s tropical profile.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F to confirm complete cooking and tender texture.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, allowing it to soak up the remaining succulent sauce.
- Plate the chicken over fluffy steamed rice, drizzling extra sauce for maximum flavor impact.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or green onions for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Choose bone-in or boneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness and richer flavor.
- Remove chicken skin before cooking to reduce fat content and create a lighter meal.
- For a gluten-free version, replace regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Add red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat that complements the sweet Hawaiian-style sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 316 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 1010 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg