Description
Savor the delightful fusion of sweet and spicy in this Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili. Tender chicken melds with zesty pineapple, black beans, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices for a comforting dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Just set it and forget it; this easy recipe creates a flavorful chili that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (20 oz) can of pineapple chunks in juice
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion, bell peppers, and garlic; gather all ingredients.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Place chicken in the slow cooker; top with sautéed onion mixture.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
- Add pineapple chunks (with juice), black beans, bell peppers, and chicken broth; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Shred chicken inside the slow cooker before serving; stir well and serve hot with fresh lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, brown the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. Customize by swapping chicken for turkey or adding jalapeños for extra spice. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to five days; reheat gently.