Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken
A hearty and simple meal featuring tender chicken cooked in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs Ideal for their moist texture during slow cooking.
- 1 cup pineapple juice Provides sweetness and tropical flavor.
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce Choose your favorite brand or flavor.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks Add just before serving.
- 3 cups cooked rice Serving base for the chicken.
- to taste sliced green onions for garnish Optional garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well covered.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- About 15 minutes before serving, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks to allow the sauce to coat the meat evenly.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks and let them warm through for 5 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the chicken mixture over a generous serving of cooked rice and top with sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
If you're short on time, use frozen chicken thighs straight from the freezer, but increase cooking time by about an hour. For extra flavor, add minced ginger or a splash of lime juice to the sauce. This dish freezes well, so consider making a double batch for easy meals later.