Description
This Crockpot Pineapple Chicken recipe is a flavorful, easy-to-prepare dish that combines tender chicken breasts with sweet pineapple chunks, colorful bell peppers, and a savory soy-honey sauce. Slow-cooked to perfection, it delivers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
Sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Thickening
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Optional Garnishes
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot, creating an even layer for even cooking.
- Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple juice from the can (reserving the chunks), low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Mix well until fully combined.
- Add sauce and vegetables: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, then add the chopped red and green bell peppers along with the reserved pineapple chunks on top.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
- Thicken the sauce: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a smooth slurry. Stir this mixture into the crockpot gently to thicken the sauce as it finishes cooking.
- Serve: After cooking, serve the pineapple chicken and vegetable mixture over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired for an added burst of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt content.
- For a spicier version, consider adding red pepper flakes or chopped chili peppers.
- Make sure to whisk the cornstarch slurry well before adding to avoid lumps.
- This dish can be prepared the night before and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the crockpot.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or egg noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
