Description
This Crockpot Pineapple BBQ Chicken recipe combines the sweetness of pineapple with savory barbecue flavors for a delicious and easy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
BBQ Sauce Mixture:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Serving:
- Cooked rice or buns for serving
- Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the crockpot: Arrange the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Prepare the BBQ sauce: In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, pineapple chunks with juice, chopped onion, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir to coat in the sauce.
- Serve: Serve hot over rice or sandwich buns. Garnish with green onions or cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Try using a smoky or spicy BBQ sauce for additional flavor.
- This recipe can also be made with chicken thighs.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for later consumption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
