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Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken: An Incredible Recipe for Lunch

Ingredients

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
– ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
– ½ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup ketchup
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 bell pepper, sliced (red or green)
– ½ onion, sliced
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

Making Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is a breeze when you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Crockpot: If you’d like, lightly spray your crockpot with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Layer Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
3. Add Pineapple: Scatter the pineapple chunks over the chicken.
4. Combine Sauce Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
5. Pour Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and pineapple layers in the crockpot.
6. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper and onion on top of the sauce.
7. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours. The chicken should shred easily when done.
8. Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you want a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a separate bowl, then stir into the mixture during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
9. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the crockpot, mixing it well with the sauce and vegetables.
10. Serve: Serve warm over rice, in wraps, or even with a side of fresh salad.

These straightforward steps make preparation and cooking hassle-free, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal without too much fuss.

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