Description
Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is an irresistible dish that transports your taste buds to the tropics. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken with juicy pineapple and vibrant bell peppers, all simmered in a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this meal requires minimal prep time—just toss everything in your crockpot and let it work its magic! Serve it over rice, in tacos, or as sliders for a delightful twist. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a satisfying weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken tenderloins
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ white onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks in pineapple juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice (from the can)
- ½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Dice the bell peppers, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
- In the crockpot, combine chicken tenderloins, diced vegetables, and pineapple chunks.
- Mix together ¾ cup of pineapple juice with soy sauce and brown sugar; pour over the chicken mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk remaining pineapple juice with cornstarch until smooth; add to the crockpot and stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg