You can:
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Keep the chicken as chunks, or
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Shred it for a saucier Hawaiian chicken bowl
Both methods are delicious.
Step 5 – Thicken the Sauce (Optional)
If you want a sticky glaze:
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Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water
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Stir into the sauce
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Cook 10–15 more minutes
Step 6 – Serve Hot
Top with pineapple, peppers, or green onions.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This Hawaiian chicken pairs well with:
🌺 Classic Pairings
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Steamed white rice
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Coconut rice
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Fried rice
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Lo mein noodles
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Roasted vegetables
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Cauliflower rice (low-carb)
🌮 Creative Serving Ideas
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Hawaiian Chicken Tacos
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Stuffed in a baked potato
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Served over quinoa
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Hawaiian Chicken Sliders with coleslaw
🔄 Recipe Variations
🔥 Spicy Hawaiian Chicken
Add:
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Sriracha
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Red pepper flakes
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Spicy teriyaki
🧄 Garlic Hawaiian Chicken
Add:
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2–3 minced garlic cloves
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½ teaspoon ginger
🍍 Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Replace teriyaki with:
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1 cup BBQ sauce + ½ cup pineapple juice
🥥 Creamy Coconut Hawaiian Chicken
Stir in:
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½ cup coconut milk during the last hour
🥡 How to Store & Reheat
Refrigerator
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Store in airtight containers
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Lasts up to 4 days
Freezer
This dish freezes beautifully!
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Freeze up to 3 months
Reheat
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Microwave in 1-minute intervals
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Warm on stovetop with a splash of water
🧠 Tips for Perfect Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
✔ Use chunked chicken for best absorption
✔ Don’t drain the pineapple—it makes the sauce richer
✔ If sauce is too thin, thicken with cornstarch
✔ For more color, add fresh diced peppers
✔ For extra sweetness, add 1 tablespoon honey
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I use chicken thighs instead?
Yes! Thighs stay super tender and juicy.
❓ Can I add vegetables?
Absolutely. Bell peppers, onions, carrots, or snap peas are perfect.
❓ Can this be meal prepped?
Yes—this recipe reheats extremely well and stays flavorful for days.
❓ What teriyaki sauce is best?
Use your favorite brand—Kikkoman, Sweet Baby Ray’s, or homemade.
📝 Printable Recipe Card
Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
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
Instructions:
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Add chicken to slow cooker.
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Pour pineapple (with juice) and teriyaki sauce over it.
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Stir gently.
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Cook 4–6 hours on LOW or 2–3 hours on HIGH.
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Optional: Shred chicken or leave as chunks.
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Optional: Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry.
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Serve over rice and enjoy!
⭐ Final Thoughts
This Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken is sweet, savory, and absolutely effortless. Whether you’re prepping meals for the week or feeding a hungry family, this recipe delivers tropical comfort food with almost no work.
It’s the kind of dish that makes your home smell incredible and your dinner table feel warm and inviting.
