Description
This Crock Pot Sweet Hawaiian Chicken recipe combines tender chicken thighs or breasts with a flavorful blend of pineapple, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, and aromatic spices. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory tastes, making it an easy and delicious meal option that requires minimal preparation and cooking effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
Vegetables and Fruit
- 1 red pepper, roughly chopped
- 20 ounce can pineapple chunks with juice
Sauces and Oils
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Spices and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Garnishes (Optional)
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut the chicken thighs or breasts into chunks and roughly chop the red pepper. Measure out the remaining ingredients including pineapple chunks with juice, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Add the chicken pieces, chopped red pepper, pineapple chunks with juice, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger all into the slow cooker.
- Cook: Set the slow cooker to high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours, depending on your timing preferences. Cook until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the Hawaiian chicken hot, garnished with optional green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can use either chicken thighs for juicier texture or chicken breasts for leaner meat.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or BBQ sauce according to taste.
- The dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Storing leftovers in the refrigerator is recommended and consume within 3 days for best quality.
