- Prepare Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Layer Ingredients in Slow Cooker:
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the pineapple chunks, diced bell pepper, diced onion, and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
- Make Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and grated ginger (if using). Pour the sauce over the chicken and pineapple in the slow cooker.
- Cook:
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Optional Thickening:
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred or slice it. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce and pineapple.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Serve the Hawaiian pineapple chicken over cooked rice. Garnish with sliced green onions for extra flavor and color.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy this delicious Hawaiian-inspired dish with your favorite sides and enjoy the tropical flavors!
This Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken is sure to become a family favorite. Adjust the seasonings and ingredients according to your taste preferences, and feel free to add more vegetables such as carrots or snap peas for extra nutrition and flavor.