Crockpot Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken mingles with pineapple, brown sugar, bell peppers for a sweet, savory slow-cooked dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 teaspoon garlic salt
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
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1 medium red onion, chopped
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1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved (use 1 cup juice)
→ Sauce and Thickener
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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3 tablespoons lite soy sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Season chicken breasts evenly with red pepper flakes, garlic salt, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
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Transfer seared chicken to the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Scatter chopped red bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple chunks over the chicken.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and cornstarch until thoroughly combined.
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Pour sauce mixture evenly over chicken and vegetables.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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Garnish with sliced scallions if desired. Serve warm.
# Helpful Suggestions:
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For a thicker sauce, mix an additional tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water, then stir into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.