Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make slow-cooked dish featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a tangy barbecue and pineapple sauce. Perfect for a hassle-free weeknight meal, this recipe combines savory and sweet Hawaiian-inspired flavors that pair wonderfully with rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
Sauce
- 1 bottle (16 oz) barbecue sauce
- 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
Instructions
- Prepare the pineapple: Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving the juice for later use. If using pineapple slices instead, dice them into small pieces to mix easily with the sauce.
- Mix the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce and the diced pineapple chunks thoroughly, creating a sweet and tangy mixture.
- Layer the slow cooker: Pour a small amount of the barbecue pineapple mixture into the bottom of a 5-6 quart slow cooker to form the base layer.
- Add the chicken: Place the chicken breasts on top of the sauce in the slow cooker, then pour the remaining barbecue pineapple sauce evenly over the chicken to coat it well.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 8 hours, until the chicken is tender and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Shred or slice the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred or slice according to your preference. Return any remaining sauce to the chicken or serve it on top.
- Serve: Plate the chicken and serve it alongside rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts for added flavor and moisture during slow cooking.
- Reserve pineapple juice if you want to add extra sweetness or adjust the sauce consistency.
- Internal temperature for cooked chicken should reach 165°F for safe consumption.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days and reheated gently.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and simmer the sauce on stovetop until desired thickness is achieved.
