Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
– 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (red and green)
– 1 cup teriyaki sauce
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ¼ cup brown sugar
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
– 1 tablespoon water (for cornstarch mixture)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Sweet Hawaiian Crock Pot Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
3. Layer the Crock Pot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot. Add the pineapple chunks and sliced bell peppers on top.
4. Pour Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
5. Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Thicken the Sauce: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
7. Shred Chicken: Once done, remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return to the pot. Mix well to coat with the sauce.
8. Garnish: Serve the dish hot, garnished with sliced green onions for an added burst of flavor.
Following these steps will ensure that you create an incredible meal that is both satisfying and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 30g