Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken recipe for the crockpot

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of this Hawaiian-inspired pineapple chicken, perfect for the crockpot! Easy and delicious, this dish pairs beautifully with rice and is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 1 cup diced onion
• Cooked rice (for serving)
• Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Add Chicken to Crockpot:
   • Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the crockpot.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot:
   • Pour the sauce over the chicken in the crockpot. Add diced bell peppers and onions, stirring to coat everything evenly.
4. Cook:
   • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
5. Shred and Serve:
   • Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the sauce. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

This Hawaiian pineapple chicken is packed with tropical flavor and makes a wonderful meal with minimal effort!