Description
Imagine tender chunks of chicken simmering in a tropical blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This easy recipe is your answer to stress-free dinner ideas, especially when you crave something sweet, savory, and satisfying. Whether you’re planning quick weeknight meals, family gatherings, or looking for easy food ideas, this recipe delivers on both flavor and convenience.
The juicy chicken absorbs every drop of the sweet-savory glaze as it slow-cooks, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that pairs perfectly with rice or steamed veggies. Topped with fresh green onions, this delicious slow cooker meal will have everyone coming back for seconds. It’s one of those healthy-ish comfort foods that doesn’t take much effort but feels like a restaurant-quality dish.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Optional: red pepper flakes or sriracha
Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- (Optional) Brown the chicken in a skillet for extra flavor.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic.
- Place chicken in crock pot and pour sauce over it.
- Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- (Optional) Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into sauce in the last 30 minutes for thickening.
- Garnish with green onions and serve over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high
- Category: Dinner