Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken

Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    4 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    223

Embark on a culinary journey to the tropics with this lusciously simple slow cooker pineapple chicken. Tender chicken thighs meld with the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple, creating a dish that's both comforting and exotic. Perfect served over a bed of fluffy rice, this recipe is a weeknight winner that will transport your taste buds to paradise.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    62 g
  • Cholesterol
    64 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    1949 mg
  • Sugar
    34 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Chicken: Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour, ensuring it's fully coated. Gently tap off any excess flour. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Layer in the Slow Cooker: Arrange the floured chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker. Scatter the pineapple chunks evenly over the chicken. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and minced garlic until the brown sugar is fully dissolved. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 hrs Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and pineapple in the slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. (4 hours)

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Recipe View Serve: Shred the chicken lightly with two forks. Serve hot over rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain. Spoon the pineapple-infused sauce over the chicken and grain. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions, if desired.

For a richer flavor, consider browning the chicken thighs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This will add depth and complexity to the dish.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs yield the most flavorful and tender results in the slow cooker. However, boneless, skinless thighs can be substituted if preferred; reduce cooking time by 30 minutes.
Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your liking, depending on the sweetness of your pineapple.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 74 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Theo Harber

    Definitely a keeper. I've made it several times, and it always turns out great.

  • Valentin Goldner

    The sauce is amazing. I could drink it straight!

  • Charity Deckow

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy to throw together on a busy weekday morning, and the whole family loves it.

  • Jarvis Runte

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat – it was delicious!

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