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Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

A sweet and savory dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich brown sugar and pineapple sauce, perfect for a hassle-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs Trim excess fat for better texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks Fresh or canned, drained.
  • ½ cup brown sugar Packed tightly for accurate measurement.
  • ¼ cup soy sauce Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Adds acidity to balance sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For a subtle garlic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used for more flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch To thicken the sauce if desired.
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice White or brown rice works well.
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker. Ensure they are evenly spaced to allow for even cooking.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and black pepper. Whisk until the brown sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
  2. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water in a small bowl until smooth, then add it to the sauce mixture.
Combine and Cook
  1. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  2. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours. Cooking on low allows the chicken to become more tender and flavorful.
Serve
  1. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
  2. Serve the brown sugar pineapple chicken over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours before cooking. This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

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