Name: Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-485906H43M11S
Total time: PT-485906H43M11S
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); ¾ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free); ¼ cup ketchup; ½ cup brown sugar; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat); 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening); 1 tbsp water (for slurry, optional)

Description

This Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken is a sweet and savory Hawaiian-inspired slow cooker dish with tender, juicy chicken soaked in a rich, flavorful sauce that balances sweet, tangy, and a touch of heat.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

¾ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

¼ cup ketchup

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

1 tbsp water (for slurry, optional)

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Instructions

Mix soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a bowl to prepare the sauce.
Place chicken breasts in the Crock Pot and pour the sauce over, stirring to coat the chicken well.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
If thicker sauce is desired, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry and stir it into the sauce; simmer on low for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
Serve chicken over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

Can use chicken thighs for juicier meat.

Substitute tamari for gluten-free version.

Add smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.

Add sliced bell peppers or pineapple chunks during the last hour of cooking for a complete meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.

Reheat gently on stove or microwave with a splash of water to maintain moisture.

Frozen chicken can be used but cook longer on low (6-8 hours).

Instant Pot option: sauté sauce, then cook chicken on high pressure 10 minutes with natural release.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg