Description
Hawaiian Chicken Slow Cooker is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Imagine tender chicken simmered in a tangy sauce infused with fresh pineapple and soy sauce, filling your home with a tropical aroma. This dish requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in the slow cooker with chopped red bell pepper and pineapple.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until combined. Pour over the chicken mixture.
- Stir gently to coat all ingredients in the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About half an hour before serving, mix cornstarch with water until smooth; stir into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice or quinoa; garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider searing the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. You can substitute fruits like mango or add spices for a unique twist.