Description
Slow-cooker sweet hawaiian crockpot chicken delivers tropical flavors that dance across your palate with island-inspired zest. Juicy chicken pieces braised in pineapple and savory sauce promise a simple meal that transports senses to Hawaiian paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 lbs (907 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup (240 ml) pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, with juice)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated ginger (optional)
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) soy sauce
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) ketchup
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Serving Suggestions:
- Cooked rice
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Nestle chicken pieces into the crockpot, creating an even layer to ensure uniform cooking.
- Create a vibrant sauce by combining pineapple with its natural juices, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, crushed garlic, optional ginger, and a sprinkle of black pepper in a separate mixing vessel.
- Cascade the prepared sauce over the chicken, meticulously coating each piece to infuse maximum flavor.
- Artfully distribute colorful bell pepper slices across the top of the chicken, adding visual appeal and additional texture.
- Secure the crockpot lid and allow the dish to simmer on low temperature for 6-7 hours or accelerate the process on high heat for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches a delicate, easily separated consistency.
- Carefully deconstruct the chicken using two forks or tongs, transforming the meat into succulent shreds and gently blending it with the surrounding aromatic sauce.
- Present the luxurious Hawaiian-inspired chicken atop fluffy steamed rice, and crown the dish with delicate green onion ribbons for a fresh, zesty finish.
Notes
- use tofu, turkey, or pork instead of chicken for variety and different flavor profiles.
- Reduce sugar content by using fresh pineapple and low-sodium soy sauce, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Boost nutrition by adding extra vegetables like zucchini, carrots, or mushrooms during the last hour of cooking for added texture and vitamins.
- Make this gluten-free by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious Hawaiian-inspired dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg