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Slow Cooker Tropical Pulled Chicken

Irresistibly Juicy Slow Cooker Tropical Pulled Chicken

This Slow Cooker Tropical Pulled Chicken recipe features tender chicken simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs The main protein, offering a tender base.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tamari Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce if gluten isn't a concern.
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Opt for unsweetened varieties.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste Can use marinara sauce for a twist.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup or agave can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can enhance flavor.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Substitute with fresh onions for bolder taste.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Grated Ginger Use powdered ginger if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together tamari sauce, crushed pineapple, tomato paste, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, grated ginger, and salt until smooth. Set aside ¼ cup for later.
  2. Place the boneless chicken into the slow cooker and pour the remaining sauce mixture over it, coating the chicken completely.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, ensuring the chicken is fork-tender.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot and mix with the reserved sauce to retain moisture.
  5. Serve the shredded chicken on buns, rice bowls, or in lettuce wraps, garnishing as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust the sweetness to personal preference. To maintain moisture in leftovers, stir in some reserved sauce before refrigerating.

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