Try a tropical twist on your meal plan with Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken! Sweet and savory chicken thighs in a rich sauce create the perfect protein to serve over a bed of fluffy white rice or steamed veggies. Just a few minutes of prep for the slow cooker will result in the tastiest island flavor!
Cut chicken thighs into large bite-sized pieces and place in slow cooker
Mix remaining ingredients together (except cornstarch) until smooth
Mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water into a slurry until smooth, then whisk into sauce
Pour sauce over chicken and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours until chicken is cooked through
If sauce is too thin, whisk additional cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon at a time) and let heat through
Serve over rice topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or store in the freezer for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Defrost and reheat in the microwave.
Prep as a freezer meal by adding all ingredients to a freezer gallon bag and thaw in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking.
For extra spice, add some finely diced jalapeño, crushed red pepper flakes, or your favorite Sriracha or hot sauce.