Tender slow-cooked chicken simmered in a sweet and savory Hawaiian-inspired sauce with pineapple, soy sauce, and garlic. An easy family-friendly dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
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Step 1
Prepare the Slow Cooker
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
Step 2
Make the Sauce
Whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and ginger.
Step 3
Add Ingredients
Pour the sauce over the chicken and add the pineapple chunks.
Step 4
Slow Cook
Cover and cook until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
Step 5
Shred the Chicken
Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the crockpot.
Step 6
Thicken the Sauce
Mix cornstarch and water into a slurry, stir into the crockpot, and cook until the sauce thickens.
Step 7
Finish and Serve
Garnish with green onions and serve over cooked rice.
Use Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs stay especially juicy during long cooking times.
Extra Pineapple Flavor
Reserve some pineapple chunks and add them near the end for a fresher taste.
Don't Overcook
Check the chicken early if your slow cooker runs hot.
Spicy Hawaiian Chicken
Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a sweet-spicy version.
Bell Pepper Addition
Add sliced bell peppers during the final hour of cooking.
Teriyaki Style
Replace part of the soy sauce with teriyaki sauce for a richer flavor.
Refrigerator
4 days
Store in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
Freezer
3 months
Freeze cooled chicken and sauce in freezer-safe containers.
Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: For food safety, thaw chicken completely before adding it to the slow cooker.
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead?
A: Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs work very well and stay tender.
Q: What should I serve with Hawaiian chicken?
A: Rice, steamed vegetables, or a simple salad pair perfectly with the sweet sauce.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes, it reheats well and is ideal for meal prep.
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