Description
Crockpot Pineapple BBQ Chicken is a flavorful, hassle-free dish that brings tropical vibes right to your dining table. This recipe features succulent chicken simmered in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce combined with juicy pineapple, creating an irresistible meal perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s a delightful way to enjoy a taste of Hawaii without leaving your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 lbs)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts; place them in the crockpot.
- In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, pineapple chunks, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts evenly.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks; stir it into the sauce before serving over rice or in tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg