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weet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken for Effortless Dinner Bliss

Enjoy Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken, a family-friendly meal with juicy chicken and pineapple sauce, effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pineapple juice Substitute with orange juice for a fresh twist.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a more natural option.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Crushed pineapple Ensure it’s packed in juice.
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger can enhance the flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to your preference.
For the Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Water
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced green onions
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the brown sugar is dissolved.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring every piece is well coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and set it aside on a plate.
  6. Whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir it into the sauce, cooking on high for an additional 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat it in the thickened sauce. Allow to absorb flavors for about 10 minutes.
  8. Shred the chicken or serve it whole, drizzled with sauce over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For added nutrition, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots in the last hour of cooking. Adjust sweetness to preference.

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