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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

A juicy and flavorful dish that combines succulent chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (or a gluten-free alternative)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1/4 cup water
Garnish (optional)
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, mix together pineapple chunks, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring that the chicken pieces are well coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  2. To thicken the sauce, remove the chicken once it's cooked, and in a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water. Stir into the remaining sauce in the crockpot, cover, and cook on high for 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
  3. Return the chicken to the crockpot, coat with the sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juiciness, experiment with fresh pineapple for better flavor, and don't skip the thickening step for a satisfying texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.