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Slow Cooker Chicken with Pineapple Juice

A delightful dish combining savory chicken with the sweet tang of pineapple, perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1-1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
  • 1 can (14 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (juice set aside)
  • 1 large bell pepper, preferably red, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness with different types of sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic Freshly minced garlic enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing the chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker, overlapping them as little as possible for even cooking.
  2. Add the pineapple chunks and bell pepper pieces on top of the chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, cornstarch, ginger, salt, pepper, and garlic to create a sauce.
  4. Pour this sauce over the chicken and veggies, ensuring everything is well-coated.
  5. Cook on low for 4 to 4.5 hours, or until the chicken is tender enough to shred with a fork.
  6. Serve the flavorful chicken over a cooked bed of rice for a complete meal.

Notes

For best results, ensure the chicken is submerged in the sauce. Marinating the chicken in sauce a few hours prior enhances flavor. Try adding snap peas, carrots, or red pepper flakes for variation.