If you’re craving a delicious weeknight dinner that brings sweet tropical vibes straight to your kitchen, Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is the perfect solution. This recipe combines tender slow-cooked chicken with juicy pineapple chunks and a rich teriyaki glaze for a dish that’s unbelievably simple yet packed with bold flavor.
This 3-ingredient Hawaiian slow cooker chicken is ideal for busy families, meal prepping, potlucks, or anyone who loves sweet-savory chicken dishes. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s guaranteed to become a regular part of your dinner rotation.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
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✔ Only 3 simple ingredients
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✔ No prep required—just dump and cook
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✔ Naturally sweet, tangy, and savory
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✔ Kid-friendly and customizable
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✔ Perfect for slow cooker beginners
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✔ Amazing over rice, noodles, or veggies
If you enjoy recipes like sweet and sour chicken, teriyaki bowls, or pineapple chicken stir-fry, this slow cooker version will become your new favorite comfort meal.
🍍 Ingredients for Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
You only need three ingredients, making this one of the easiest crockpot chicken recipes ever:
🛒 Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts
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1 can pineapple chunks (with juice)
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1 cup teriyaki sauce
Optional (but recommended for extra flavor):
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1 diced red bell pepper
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1 diced onion
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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Crushed red pepper flakes (for heat)
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Sesame seeds & green onions (for garnish)
🍳 How to Make Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken (Step-by-Step)
Step 1 – Prep the Chicken
You can use whole chicken breasts or cut them into pieces. Cutting them into chunks helps them cook evenly and absorb more flavor—like in the image.
Step 2 – Add to the Crockpot
Place the chicken in the slow cooker. Pour in:
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Pineapple with the juice
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Teriyaki sauce
Stir gently to coat the chicken.
Step 3 – Slow Cook
Choose your cooking time:
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Low: 4–6 hours
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High: 2–3 hours
Your chicken should be tender and infused with sweet pineapple teriyaki flavor.
