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Jessica Morgan

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken: A Tasty Dinner Delight!

A delicious and easy-to-make Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers any color
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 2 cups cooked rice for serving
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well mixed.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  3. Add the diced bell peppers and onions on top of the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and stir to combine with the sauce and vegetables.
  6. Serve the sweet Hawaiian chicken over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken once cooked, and let the sauce simmer on high for 10-15 minutes with the lid off to reduce.
  • Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, adjusting cooking time as needed.

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