Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
→ Vegetables
02 -
1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
03 -
1 onion, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce
06 -
1/2 cup soy sauce
07 -
1/4 cup honey
08 -
1/4 cup brown sugar
09 -
1/4 cup ketchup
10 -
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
11 -
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 -
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Fruit
13 -
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
→ For Serving
14 -
Cooked rice or quinoa
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Sliced green onions, for garnish
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Sesame seeds, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
02 -
Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the crockpot. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
03 -
Add the pineapple chunks, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion on top of the chicken.
04 -
Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
05 -
Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it into the sauce and vegetables.
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Serve over cooked rice or quinoa, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
# Notes:
01 -
For best results, avoid opening the crockpot lid during cooking as this can significantly increase cooking time.