Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken

This Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken is a sweet and tangy recipe made with pineapple juice and soy sauce. It’s a foolproof Hawaiian-style dinner, perfect for meal prep or weeknights, and ready in about 7 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ⅓ cup ketchup
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, grated
• 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

How To Make Crock Pot Huli Huli Chicken

1. Mix the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
2. Add chicken to slow cooker: Place chicken thighs (or breasts) in the crock pot and pour the marinade over them.
3. Slow cook the chicken: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–7 hours until the chicken is tender.
4. Thicken the sauce: Remove chicken from the crock pot and whisk cornstarch into the sauce to thicken.
5. Serve whole or shredded: Serve chicken whole with sauce or shred it and stir it back into the crock pot for sandwiches, rice bowls, or tacos.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?
  Yes—breasts work well, but thighs stay juicier during slow cooking.
• How do I make the sauce thicker?
  Whisk in cornstarch after cooking and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
• Can I prep this ahead of time?
  Mix the sauce and marinate chicken overnight in the fridge, then transfer to the slow cooker the next day.
• What does Huli Huli mean?
  “Huli” means “turn” in Hawaiian—the original recipe was grilled and basted repeatedly. This slow cooker version keeps the same flavor without grilling.
• How do I serve Huli Huli Chicken?
  It’s delicious over white rice, in sandwiches, or paired with Hawaiian-style sides.

What To Serve With Huli Huli Chicken

This Hawaiian-style chicken goes great with tropical or simple sides like:

• Steamed jasmine or coconut rice
• Grilled pineapple slices
• Macaroni salad (Hawaiian plate lunch style)
• Roasted vegetables or stir-fried greens

How To Store Huli Huli Chicken

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Place cooled chicken and sauce in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

Huli Huli Chicken Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 488
• Carbohydrates: 31g
• Protein: 61g
• Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 287mg
• Sodium: 1476mg
• Sugar: 25g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make Huli Huli Chicken in the Instant Pot?
Yes—cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then shred or serve whole.

Is this recipe authentic Hawaiian?
This is a slow cooker adaptation of the traditional grilled Huli Huli chicken, inspired by Hawaiian flavors.

Can I use canned pineapple juice?
Yes—unsweetened canned juice works perfectly.

How do I make it spicy?
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce.

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• Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
• Crock Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken
• Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup