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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken served in a bowl with tropical garnishes

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

This Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is an easy, tasty meal featuring a sweet and savory sauce made with pineapple and soy. Perfect for a small family, this dish is simple to prepare using a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Can use low-sodium if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger Fresh or ground.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Can reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
Serving Suggestions
  • as needed servings Cooked rice For serving.
  • as needed servings Fresh vegetables For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a crockpot, combine the pineapple chunks, soy sauce, ginger, and brown sugar.
  2. Add the chicken breasts, bell pepper, and onion.
  3. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Slice or shred the chicken and spoon the sauce over cooked rice.
  2. Add steamed or roasted vegetables on the side.
  3. For a lighter meal, serve the chicken on a bed of salad greens.

Notes

Let cool before storing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. Consider adding rice vinegar or lime juice for tang, or mix in cornstarch to thicken the sauce.