Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a tropical dish that transports your taste buds straight to paradise. This recipe features succulent boneless chicken thighs slow-cooked in a delightful sauce made with pineapple, bell peppers, and a blend of savory and sweet ingredients. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or casual weeknight meals, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Simply toss everything into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a family favorite that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and arrange them in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Layer sliced onions and bell peppers over the chicken followed by pineapple chunks.
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over all ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Serve over cooked rice garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, allow the chicken to marinate in the sauce before cooking. Feel free to add more vegetables like carrots or snap peas for added nutrition. Consider using fresh garlic and ginger for a more robust taste.