Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- Black pepper (to taste)
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 8 ounces small can of pineapple chunks (with juices)
Garnish and Serving
- Scallions (for garnish, optional)
- Rice (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In your slow cooker, combine the soy sauce, tomato paste, additional soy sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, and black pepper. Stir these ingredients together to create a flavorful marinade base.
- Add Main Ingredients: Add cubed chicken breasts, diced red bell pepper, and the pineapple chunks along with their juice into the slow cooker over the marinade.
- Mix Ingredients: Gently stir everything in the slow cooker to ensure that the chicken and bell peppers are evenly coated with the marinade and pineapple juices for consistent flavor throughout.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it on low heat. Let the chicken cook for 4 to 6 hours until tender. Alternatively, you can cook on high heat for 2 to 3 hours if short on time.
- Adjust Seasoning: About 30 minutes before serving, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. You may add extra soy sauce or brown sugar to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve and Garnish: Optionally, garnish the finished dish with sliced scallions and serve over rice for a complete, delicious meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker model; check chicken tenderness to confirm doneness.
- Add more brown sugar for a sweeter sauce or increase soy sauce for a saltier flavor as desired.
- Serve with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
