Description
This Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is an easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory sauce made with pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish is packed with tropical flavors and pairs beautifully with rice or noodles
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken chunks (white or dark meat, or both)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 1 medium can pineapple chunks (optional)
- 1 small onion, chopped (optional)
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into chunks and chop optional vegetables.
- Combine Everything: In a slow cooker, add chicken, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and optional pineapple chunks, onion, and green pepper.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with stir-fried vegetables.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for some heat.
- Thicker Sauce: Stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) in the last 30 minutes.
- Extra Flavor: Add minced garlic or grated ginger for depth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
