Sweet Hawaiian Crock-Pot Chicken Recipe for a Tropical Delight
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Sweet Hawaiian Crock-Pot Chicken. Tender chicken chunks are cooked to perfection in a delightful sauce of pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce, creating a tropical dish that’s incredibly easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Total Time: 4-6 hours 15 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken chunks (white, dark, or mixed)
1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 can (medium) pineapple chunks (optional)
1 small Vidalia onion, chopped (optional)
Green pepper chunks (optional)
Instructions
1. Start by chopping your chicken into bite-sized chunks if not already done. Chop optional ingredients if using.
2. In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, packed brown sugar, and low sodium soy sauce. Stir until sugar dissolves.
3. Place chicken chunks in the Crock-Pot. Add optional pineapple chunks, onion, and green pepper.
4. Pour the prepared pineapple-soy sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
5. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
6. Once cooked, stir everything gently and serve hot. Serve with steamed rice or a fresh green salad.
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar or adding a splash of vinegar for tang.
For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and add during last 30 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg