Description
This Crock Pot Sweet Hawaiian Chicken recipe features tender chicken cooked slowly in a flavorful blend of pineapple, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, and aromatic seasonings. It’s a simple and delicious dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
Vegetables & Fruit
- 1 red pepper, roughly chopped
- 20 ounce can pineapple chunks with juice
Sauces & Oils
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
Sweeteners & Aromatics
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Garnishes (optional)
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut chicken thighs or breasts into chunks and roughly chop the red pepper. Open the can of pineapple chunks, keeping the juice.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken, red pepper, pineapple chunks with juice, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger all into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Cook Chicken: Set your slow cooker on high for 2 hours or on low for 4 hours. Let the chicken cook until it is fully cooked through and tender, absorbing the sweet and savory sauce flavors.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the Hawaiian chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using chicken thighs makes the dish juicier and more flavorful, but chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option.
- The slow cooker timing can vary slightly depending on your model; check for doneness to ensure chicken is fully cooked.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken when done and reduce the sauce on the stovetop before serving.
- Serve over white rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
