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Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken

Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken
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This Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken recipe offers a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with tender chicken thighs, pineapple chunks, and a luscious sauce that’s effortless to prepare. Ideal for busy schedules, it requires minimal prep and slow cooks to juicy perfection. The dish pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables, making it a family-friendly, versatile meal full of tropical goodness.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Fruits and Vegetables

  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Sauces and Condiments

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Optional for Sauce Thickening

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather boneless chicken thighs, drain pineapple chunks, mince garlic, grate fresh ginger, and chop the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces to ensure smooth cooking.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sweet, tangy, and savory sauce base.
  3. Layer Ingredients in the Crockpot: Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of the crockpot, then evenly distribute pineapple chunks and red bell pepper on top. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over all ingredients.
  4. Cook on Low: Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for about 3 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Optional Sauce Thickening: To thicken the sauce, stir together a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water) and mix it into the crockpot during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs to retain moisture better than breasts during slow cooking.
  • Do not overfill the crockpot to allow for even cooking and sauce thickening.
  • Add delicate vegetables like snap peas in the last 30 minutes to maintain crunch.
  • Prep the ingredients and combine in the crockpot the night before for convenience; refrigerate until cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving by adding more soy sauce or sugar as preferred.

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Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, Hawaiian chicken, pineapple chicken, easy dinner, sweet and savory, family recipe, tropical flavors, meal prep

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