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Crockpot Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

Crockpot Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

Tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy Hawaiian BBQ sauce with pineapple chunks. Perfect for easy weeknight meals or potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Thighs recommended for extra moisture
  • 1 (20 oz) can Crushed pineapple Undrained
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Use your favorite Hawaiian-style sauce
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for a little heat
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Green onions Sliced, for garnish
  • 2 cups Cooked white rice For serving

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple (with juice), BBQ sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is completely cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to coat thoroughly in the sauce. Let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes on low to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
  7. Serve the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken hot over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

This recipe is fantastic served on hamburger buns for an easy sandwich. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken before the final 15 minutes, turn the slow cooker to HIGH, and cook the sauce down until it has reduced slightly.