Description
This Crock Pot Sweet Hawaiian Chicken recipe features tender chunks of chicken slow-cooked with vibrant pineapple chunks, red pepper, a blend of soy and BBQ sauces, and a hint of ginger and garlic for a deliciously sweet and savory dish. Perfectly easy to prepare and packed with tropical flavors, it's an ideal comforting meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
Vegetables & Fruit
- 1 red pepper, roughly chopped
- 20 ounce can pineapple chunks with juice
Sauces & Oils
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Sweeteners & Spices
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Optional Garnishes
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Add the chicken chunks, chopped red pepper, pineapple chunks with their juice, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger into the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Cook in slow cooker: Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 2 hours, or set to low and cook for 4 hours. This allows the chicken to become tender and absorb the sweet and savory flavors of the sauce.
- Serve and garnish: Once the chicken is fully cooked through and flavorful, serve it hot. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired for an extra touch of freshness and crunch.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid of the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes to reduce the liquid.
- Chicken thighs are preferred for juiciness and tenderness, but chicken breasts can be used as a leaner alternative.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots to increase the veggie content.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
