Description
Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Chicken is a delightful blend of tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce that your whole family will adore. This effortless recipe combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and soy sauce for a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice and fresh vegetables, making it a versatile choice for dinner. Simply set it in the slow cooker and let it do the work while you enjoy more time with your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.8 lbs Chicken thighs (about 7 pcs), bone in, skin on
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 Tbsp neutral oil
- 1 onion, large chopped
- 2 garlic cloves sliced
- 1 ginger knob julienned
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1½ cup pineapple chunks
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup pineapple juice (canned)
- 2 Tbsp dark brown sugar (firmly packed)
- 4 Tbsp ketchup
- 4 Tbsp Tshuyu Soup Base/Oigatsu (concentrated)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- ⅛ tsp white pepper
- 1 Tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1½ Tbsp corn starch
- 2 Tbsp water
- Chopped scallions
- Roasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger in a skillet until fragrant.
- Brown chicken thighs in the same skillet until golden.
- Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Layer sautéed onions in the slow cooker, add chicken on top, and pour the sauce over.
- Cook on high for 1½ hours, basting occasionally.
- Add red bell pepper and slurry; cook another 20 minutes.
- Stir in pineapple chunks before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg