Delicious Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
This Delicious Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken recipe combines sweet and savory flavors in a slow-cooked meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs Use for juicier results
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks with juice
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped For garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting it dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple (with juice), soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture evenly over it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until tender.
- Mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then stir it into the crockpot.
- Cook uncovered for 20–30 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve warm.
Notes
Do not add extra liquid at the start, as the chicken and pineapple release juices during cooking. Taste the sauce before serving and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 820mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g
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