Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken
Discover the tropical flavors of Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken, a sweet and savory slow-cooker masterpiece perfect for busy weeknights. This easy-to-make dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce made from tangy pineapple juice, smoky barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Vibrant chopped red and green bell peppers add a pop of color and fresh crunch to the dish, while the thickened sauce coats every bite with irresistible flavor. Serve this crowd-pleasing Hawaiian chicken over fluffy white rice for a complete meal the whole family will love. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple set-it-and-forget-it approach, it's the ultimate combination of convenience and bold tropical taste! Keywords: Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken, slow cooker recipe, easy chicken dinner, tropical flavors, family-friendly meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 1.5 cups barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 piece red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 piece green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, pineapple chunks (with juice), soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Mix well.
Step 3
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Step 4
Add the chopped red and green bell peppers on top of the chicken.
Step 5
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
Step 6
Once cooked, carefully shred the chicken using two forks, or leave the pieces whole if preferred.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Add this mixture to the sauce in the crock pot and stir well.
Step 8
Continue cooking on high for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Step 9
Serve the Hawaiian chicken and sauce over cooked white rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2976.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3550.8 |
| Total Fat 31.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5914.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 550.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 227.7g | |
| Protein 252.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 425.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4352.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories