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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

A stress-free, delicious meal featuring tender chicken simmered in a sweet and savory pineapple sauce, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for additional heat.
Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
  • 2 cups cooked rice For serving.
  • to taste sliced green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to create a well-balanced sauce.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour the delicious sauce over them, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and set it on low for 4-5 hours. You want the chicken to be tender and flavorful.
  2. When the time is up, remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
  3. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot, mixing it back into the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve the mixture over soft, fluffy rice and top with freshly sliced green onions for a pop of color and flavor.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator, or frozen for up to three months. Allow to cool before storing.