Description
Hawaiian Chicken Slow Cooker is a delightful dish that brings the taste of the tropics right to your kitchen. Juicy chicken breasts simmer in a sweet and tangy sauce, enriched with fresh pineapple and vibrant bell peppers. Perfect for busy families, this easy recipe delivers mouthwatering flavors with minimal effort. Just set it and forget it, allowing the slow cooker to work its magic while you enjoy your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts and place them in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
- Layer pineapple chunks and sliced bell pepper over the chicken.
- Pour the sauce mixture evenly on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred or slice the chicken and serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute fresh fruits like mango for added sweetness, or include other veggies such as broccoli for extra nutrition. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently before serving.