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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory glaze, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Ensure the thighs are trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned) Chop into smaller pieces if necessary
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Use halal-certified soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening) Mix with water to create a slurry if using
  • as needed servings Cooked rice or quinoa For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Chop the pineapple into smaller pieces if necessary and set aside.
  3. Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Stir until the sugar dissolves and all the ingredients are well combined.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them.
  2. Add the pineapple chunks on top, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly coated.
  3. Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
  4. The chicken should be tender and easily shredded when done.
Thickening the Sauce (Optional)
  1. If you prefer a thick sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.
  2. Stir it into the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the crockpot with two forks, mixing it into the sauce.
  2. Serve it warm over cooked rice or quinoa, garnished with your choice of toppings.

Notes

For substitutions, try using mango or apricot preserves if you're out of pineapple. Keep an eye on cooking time to avoid dry chicken. Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.