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Easy Crockpot Pineapple BBQ Chicken

Sweet and Tangy Easy Crockpot Pineapple BBQ Chicken Recipe

This Easy Crockpot Pineapple BBQ Chicken combines tender chicken with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and pineapple for a family-friendly dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Mingling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be swapped for a richer flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Honey BBQ sauce enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh pineapple preferred; canned works for convenience.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds sweetness without texture.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions For a burst of freshness.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Lay the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, pineapple chunks, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until combined.
  3. Pour the sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken in the crockpot, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the crockpot to mix with the sauce, allowing to mingle for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Serve the chicken with a sprinkle of chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use thawed chicken. Quality ingredients greatly enhance flavor.

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