Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- Slow cooker / Crockpot
- Cutting board & knife
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Mixing bowl (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
- Green onions & sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Sauce:In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Add to Crockpot:Place chicken into the slow cooker. Pour sauce over the top. Add pineapple chunks and bell peppers if using.
- Cook:Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
- Optional Thickening:If desired, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into the sauce 15–20 minutes before serving. Let it thicken.
- Serve:Shred or slice chicken, serve over rice, and top with green onions and sesame seeds