Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken (Print Version)
Juicy chicken bathed in a sweet-and-savory pineapple glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend dinners.
# Ingredients:
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup pineapple juice
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup diced pineapple (optional)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
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Chopped green onions, for garnish
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Trim chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Add diced pineapple if using.
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Place the chicken in the bottom of the crock pot and pour the sauce over the top.
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Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
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To thicken the sauce (optional), mix cornstarch with water and stir into the crock pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking on high.
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Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.