Crock Pot Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken
If you’re in search of a heartwarming dish that balances sweet and savory flavors, look no further than this Crock Pot Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken. This delightful recipe combines succulent chicken with the rich sweetness of brown sugar and the tropical zing of pineapple, creating a mouthwatering glaze as it slowly cooks. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends without keeping you in the kitchen all day. Just combine a handful of simple ingredients, set your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you enjoy your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in chicken (6–8 pounds)
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, crushed pineapple (with juice), Dijon mustard, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker with the fat side up and pour the pineapple mixture over it.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4-5 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with the sauce drizzled over each slice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg