Easy Crockpot Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Recipe with Pineapple Peppers
A comforting and fuss-free slow cooker recipe combining sweet teriyaki sauce, juicy pineapple, and tender chicken thighs with colorful bell peppers for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours (low) or 2.5 to 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 40 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Hawaiian / Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
- 1 large bell pepper, sliced (red or yellow)
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry. Slice bell pepper into thin strips. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- In a mixing bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Place chicken thighs at the bottom of the crockpot. Pour the teriyaki mixture evenly over the chicken. Add pineapple chunks on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2.5 to 3 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.
- About 30 minutes before cooking ends, add sliced bell peppers and stir gently to combine.
- Optional: Remove chicken and peppers. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, pour into crockpot, and cook on high for 10 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Serve chicken and peppers over steamed rice or noodles. Spoon thickened sauce on top and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
If crockpot runs hot, check chicken at 4 hours on low to avoid overcooking. Add peppers near the end to keep them crisp. Use fresh ginger for best flavor. Cornstarch slurry thickens sauce if desired. Chicken breasts can be used but may dry out faster. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 32
Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, teriyaki chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Hawaiian, tropical, comfort food