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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken: Easy 4-Ingredient Dinner Recipe for Busy Nights


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a quick, one‑pot dinner that marries juicy chicken thighs with sweet pineapple, savory soy sauce, brown sugar, and a splash of grape juice. The slow‑cooker creates a glossy, tropical glaze that infuses the meat with bright, island‑style flavor, perfect for serving over rice or noodles. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy recipe delivers restaurant‑level taste with minimal effort, making it a go‑to favorite for families and meal‑preppers. Enjoy!! Try it tonight


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup grape juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Trim and pat dry chicken thighs.
  2. Combine pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, grape juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and ginger in a bowl.
  3. Place chicken in crockpot and pour glaze over.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook on low 6‑8 hours or high 3‑4 hours.
  6. Check internal temperature 165°F, rest, and serve.

Notes

  • For extra depth
  • sear thighs in a skillet before adding to crockpot. Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar. Use low‑sodium soy sauce for a milder salt level.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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