Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

why make this recipe

This slow cooker Hawaiian pineapple chicken is easy and tasty. You can set it in the morning and come back to a warm meal. The sweet pineapple and savory sauce work well with rice or noodles.

introduction

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken gives you juicy chicken and soft pineapple with little work. It cooks slowly so the flavors mix well and the meat becomes tender. If you like easy chicken meals, try a creamy chicken Parmesan with Alfredo sauce recipe for a different family dinner idea.

how to make Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

Ingredients :

• chicken thighs
• fresh pineapple chunks
• onions
• bell pepper
• soy sauce
• brown sugar
• garlic cloves
• ginger
• salt
• pepper

Directions :

1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken thighs, fresh pineapple chunks, sliced onions, and diced bell pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Serve warm with rice or noodles.

how to serve Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

Serve the chicken over white or brown rice to soak up the sauce. You can also serve it with noodles or steamed vegetables. Garnish with green onions or a little chopped cilantro for fresh color.

how to store Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

Cool the chicken to room temperature for no more than two hours. Put it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

• Use bone-in or boneless thighs; thighs stay moist and flavorful.
• Cut pineapple and vegetables into similar sizes so they cook evenly.
• Taste the sauce before cooking and adjust sugar or soy sauce to your liking.
• If the sauce is too thin at the end, remove the lid and cook on high for 15-20 minutes to reduce it, or stir in a little cornstarch slurry.

variation (if any)

• Add a splash of pineapple juice or orange juice for more sauce.
• Mix in a little chili flakes or sriracha for heat.
• Swap chicken thighs for chicken breasts, but cook until just done to avoid drying out.

FAQs

Q: Can I use canned pineapple instead of fresh?
A: Yes. Drain canned pineapple well. Fresh gives better texture, but canned works.

Q: Can I make this on the stove instead of a slow cooker?
A: Yes. Brown the chicken, add ingredients, and simmer covered on low for 30-40 minutes until tender.

Q: Is this dish good for meal prep?
A: Yes. It stores well and tastes good reheated over rice or noodles.

Q: Can I add vegetables like carrots or snap peas?
A: Yes. Add firmer vegetables like carrots at the start. Add quick-cook veggies like snap peas near the end so they stay crisp.

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

• Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 360 minutes
• Total Time: 375 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: Hawaiian
• Diet: Paleo

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Description

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe that combines juicy chicken thighs with sweet pineapple and savory sauce.

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Ingredients

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• 4 chicken thighs
• 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

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Instructions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken thighs, fresh pineapple chunks, sliced onions, and diced bell pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
4. Cover and cook on low for 360-480 minutes or high for 180-240 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Serve warm over rice or noodles.

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Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of pineapple juice or orange juice. Feel free to mix in chili flakes for spice.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 400
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 30g
• Cholesterol: 90mg