Description
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Hawaiian Chicken Slow Cooker recipe. Juicy chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a delightful sweet and tangy sauce featuring fresh pineapple, soy sauce, and a burst of ginger. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of Hawaii without leaving your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger root, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sliced ginger until well combined.
- Add pineapple chunks to the slow cooker along with the sauce mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving over rice or in tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken thighs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. Feel free to substitute pineapple with mango for a different tropical twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat gently.