Description
Crockpot Huli Huli Chicken is a tender, flavorful Hawaiian-inspired dish slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy pineapple-soy glaze. Easy and hands-off, it delivers juicy chicken perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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3-4 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
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1 cup pineapple juice
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp ketchup
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1/2 tsp ground ginger or 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
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1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds, pineapple chunks
Instructions
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Prepare Sauce:
Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ketchup, vinegar, ginger, and pepper in a bowl. -
Add Chicken and Sauce:
Place chicken in crockpot. Pour sauce over chicken, coating evenly. -
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through. -
Optional Thickening:
Remove chicken and keep warm. Mix cornstarch and water to make slurry. Stir into crockpot sauce and cook on high 15 minutes until thickened. -
Serve:
Pour thickened sauce over chicken. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and pineapple chunks. Serve over rice or with favorite sides.
Notes
For crispy skin, finish under broiler or on grill after slow cooking.Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for spice.Toss in bell peppers or pineapple chunks for added veggies.Use tamari for gluten-free version.Boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used but may require adjusted cooking time.
