Description
A tropical twist on classic chicken using sweet pineapple and savory seasonings. Slow-cooked to perfection with minimal effort, this dish offers a comforting, vibrant flavor that brings a touch of paradise to your plate.
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs total)
2 cups fresh or canned pineapple chunks (1-inch pieces)
1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
1/2 cup alcohol-free soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp grated ginger
1/2 cup chicken broth (or pineapple juice)
1/4 cup cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water (optional for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
Combine chicken, pineapple chunks, and chopped onion in the slow cooker.
Whisk soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chicken broth (or pineapple juice) in a bowl.
Pour the sauce over the chicken mixture.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then stir into the slow cooker during the final 30 minutes of cooking (optional for thicker sauce).
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for the brightest flavor.
Substitute boneless chicken breasts if preferred.
Add shredded cabbage or bell peppers for extra crunch.
Ensure soy sauce is alcohol-free and halal-certified as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 3500mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg