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Slow Cooker Shredded Hawaiian Chicken

Juicy Slow Cooker Shredded Hawaiian Chicken for Easy Dinners

Enjoy the tropical flavors of Slow Cooker Shredded Hawaiian Chicken that is sweet, tangy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts and Thighs Using a combination ensures a juicy and tender result
  • Sea Salt Use to taste
  • Black Pepper Use to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Adds savory depth
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic offers the best taste
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple Drain excess juice to avoid a watery dish
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Aminos Gluten-free soy sauce alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be substituted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to your spice preference

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Chicken. Place your chicken breasts and thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Add Aromatics. Layer diced onion and minced garlic directly over the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Mix the Sauce. In a separate bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple, coconut aminos, lime juice, ginger, pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Combine Ingredients. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and onion in the slow cooker.
  5. Step 5: Set the Cooking Time. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. Step 6: Shred the Chicken. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with forks.
  7. Step 7: Keep Warm for Serving. Set the slow cooker to 'Keep Warm' until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; serve it as lettuce wraps, over rice, or in tortillas for a delightful meal everyone will enjoy.

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