Crockpot pineapple chicken is an effortless and tantalizing dish that has become a beloved favorite among home cooks and busy families alike. This savory main course combines the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple and succulent chicken in a slow cooker, resulting in a tender and flavorful symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SLOW COOKER PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
Easy and delicious pineapple chicken. My family loves this recipe. Great served over rice. Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of your favorite ginger-carrot salad dressing for extra tang and flavor.
Provided by UndercoverWalrus
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 4h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put flour into a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken thighs in the flour to coat; tapping thighs to remove excess flour.
- Arrange chicken thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker crock; top with pineapple chunks.
- Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and garlic together in a small bowl; pour over the chicken and pineapple in the slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1949 mg, Sugar 33.8 g
CROCK POT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
Moist and juicy Pineapple Chicken, made in the crock pot! Easy, healthy, and packed with fresh veggies. This Hawaiian chicken will be a family favorite!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Main Course
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Lightly coat a 5-quart or larger slow cooker with baking spray and arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer on top. Drain the pineapple juice from the can into a large liquid measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk in the cornstarch. Once smooth, stir in the soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken. Add the pineapple chunks and red pepper.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 1 1/2 - 2 hours, until cooked through.
- With a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and vegetable mixture to a plate. Strain the sauce into a small saucepan. Simmer over high until it reduces by half, about 4-5 minutes, stirring very frequently. Add back to the slow cooker with the chicken mixture. Add the water chestnuts and green onion. Stir to combine. Serve hot with cauliflower rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 6), heaping 1 cup stir fry with 1/2 cup prepared brown rice, Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g
TAKE THE NIGHT OFF SLOW COOKER PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
Served with brown rice and steamed broccoli, it makes a nice Asian-style meal. It's a nice, mild dish.
Provided by nanny129
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 7h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour pineapple chunks with juice over chicken. Drizzle with honey and soy sauce and sprinkle with brown sugar and ginger. Set cooker on High and cook for 1 hour. Reduce setting to Low and cook until chicken is cooked through, moist, and tender, about 6 more hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 127.7 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 223.9 mg, Sugar 19.4 g
CROCK POT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
If you are a busy person that likes to come home to delicious meals, you MUST try this dish. I got this recipe from my mom, and now it's my boyfriend's favorite dish, I love it because it's so simple and tastes great!
Provided by MissHollyGolightly
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 3h5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place chicken in crockpot.
- Add lemon juice and can of pineapples with juice, arranging pineapples to cover chicken (If you prefer cold pineapples to eat with your meal, you may use just half the can and save the rest for later).
- Set crock pot on low for at least 4-8 hours or high for 3-5.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.8, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 94.3, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 27.3, Protein 31.8
CROCKPOT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by kayjayjohnson
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spray the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray and add chicken breasts. Pour soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and pineapple chunks (with half of the juice) over the chicken. Sprinkle as many red pepper flakes on top as desired. Cook on high for 4-6 hours. Shred chicken with two forks in the crock pot and serve over rice.
SLOW-COOKER HAWAIIAN PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
This easy-to-make weeknight dinner will whisk you away to the tropics in three simple steps.
Provided by Corey Valley
Categories Entree
Time 3h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken thighs in slow cooker.
- Top with garlic and sauce. Add pineapple chunks and 1/4 cup reserved liquid.
- Cover; cook on High heat setting 3 hours or on Low heat setting 5 hours. When 30 minutes are left of cook time, add bell peppers. In small bowl, beat cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Stir into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting for remaining time.
- Serve with rice and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
HONEY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
I adapted a dinnertime favorite for my slow cooker because it's so much easier to do the preparation in advance, then let the chicken cook on its own while I do other things. Your family will love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. -Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches on both sides; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over chicken. , Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until meat is tender. Strain cooking liquid, reserving pineapple. Serve pineapple with the chicken. Freeze option: Cool chicken mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple: Fresh pineapple gives the dish a brighter, more tropical flavor than canned pineapple.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add some heat: If you like your food spicy, add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the sauce.
- Serve with rice or noodles: Crock Pot Pineapple Chicken is delicious served over rice or noodles. You can also serve it with a side of vegetables.
Conclusion:
Crock Pot Pineapple Chicken is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a tropical-inspired meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Crock Pot Pineapple Chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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