Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
A comforting and delicious meal of tender chicken simmered with pineapple and vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Ensure they are evenly layered in the crockpot.
- 1 can Pineapple (fresh or canned) Brings moisture and natural sweetness.
- 1 cup Red or yellow bell peppers Adds color and texture.
- 1 medium Onion (yellow or white) Chopped.
- 2 cloves Garlic (fresh) Minced for stronger flavor.
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce Adjust for more depth of flavor.
- 1/4 cup Honey Modify sweetness based on preference.
- 1/4 cup Ketchup Adds sweetness and flavor.
- 1/4 cup Rice vinegar Can be substituted with another type of vinegar.
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce.
- to taste Sesame seeds (optional) For garnish.
- to taste Green onions (optional) For garnish.
- to taste Cilantro (optional) For garnish.
- 4 cups Rice or noodles For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless chicken in the bottom of the crockpot, spreading it out evenly.
- Add the pineapple, bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until well combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the crockpot and stir to mix with the sauce.
Serving
- Serve the Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure chicken is evenly layered, and consider pre-prepping ingredients. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g
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