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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken for Easy Tropical Comfort

Discover the Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken, a delightful dish that combines tropical flavors for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless skinless chicken breasts
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple juice or orange juice for a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup Crushed pineapple keep juice for richer sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch mix with water
  • 1/4 cup Water for slurry
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced green onions
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Mix the Sauce: Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Separate the Chicken: Remove chicken from the slow cooker once tender.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: Whisk together cornstarch and water, then stir into the bubbling sauce and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Return the Chicken: Add the chicken back into the slow cooker and stir to coat in the thickened sauce.
  8. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and ginger. Adjust sweetness based on preference.

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