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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken with Pineapple

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A sweet, savory, and tangy slow-cooker dish featuring tender chicken thighs infused with honey, garlic, and tropical pineapple, perfect for fuss-free dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup (85 grams) honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) canned pineapple chunks with juice
  • 1 tablespoon (8 grams) cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Place chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
  4. Scatter pineapple chunks with juice on top without stirring.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water until smooth and stir into the crockpot. Cook on high for 10 to 15 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Do not lift the lid frequently during cooking to avoid heat loss. Use chicken thighs for juiciness. If sauce is too thick after refrigeration, stir in water or pineapple juice when reheating. For a spicy kick, add sriracha before serving. Fresh pineapple can be added halfway through cooking to avoid mushiness.

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