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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken is made with tender chicken tights soaked in a sweet and savory sauce that is bursting with pineapple flavors.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
8 hrs
Total Time
8 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 766 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Slow Cook:
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless and skinless - cut into 1-2 inch pieces, or chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 20 oz can pineapple chunks do NOT drain
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Cornstarch Slurry:
  • 4 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Garnish:
  • 4 green onions sliced
  • sesame seeds
  • slivered almonds

Instructions

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  1. Place a large skillet over high-heat and add some oil, once hot, sear the chicken pieces until browned.
  2. Place the thighs in the crockpot.
  3. Add the rest of the ingredients on top.
  4. Cover with the lid on the slow cooker, and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours, or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the cornstarch slurry. Close the lid and let it cook for 30 more minutes.
  6. Serve it warm over some white rice and veggies on the side.

Nutrition Information

Calories 766kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 41g (82%) Fat 49g (75%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 223mg (74%) Sodium 1273mg (53%) Potassium 973mg (28%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 50g (100%) Vitamin A 1575IU (32%) Vitamin C 128mg (142%) Calcium 80mg (8%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 766

% Daily Value*

Calories 766kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 67g 22%
Protein 41g 82%
Fat 49g 75%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 223mg 74%
Sodium 1273mg 53%
Potassium 973mg 21%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 50g 100%
Vitamin A 1575IU 32%
Vitamin C 128mg 142%
Calcium 80mg 8%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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