Description
A sweet and savory dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting family dinner. Juicy chicken chunks simmer in pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering glaze that’s bursting with tropical flavor. Add pineapple chunks, onion, and green peppers for a colorful twist!
Ingredients
- Chicken chunks (2 lbs): White or dark meat, depending on your preference.
- Pineapple juice (1 cup): Adds sweetness and tropical flair.
- Brown sugar (¼ cup, firmly packed): For a rich, caramelized flavor.
- Soy sauce (⅓ cup): Balances the sweetness with a savory kick.
- Pineapple chunks (1 medium can, optional): Enhances the tropical taste.
- Small onion (1, chopped, optional): Adds subtle sweetness.
- Green pepper (chunks, optional): For a fresh, crisp element.
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Place the chicken chunks, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and optional ingredients (pineapple chunks, onion, and green pepper) into a slow cooker.
- Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Stir before serving to coat the chicken in the flavorful sauce. Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken at the end of cooking and mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir into the sauce, then cook on high for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- You can substitute chicken chunks with chicken thighs or drumsticks for extra tenderness.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding a little more or less brown sugar based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~210
- Sugar: ~12g
- Sodium: ~650mg
- Fat: ~3g
- Saturated Fat: ~1g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~15g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~30g
- Cholesterol: ~85mg