Instructions & Method
Step 1: Prep Your Chicken
- Wash and pat dry your chicken tenderloins. Cut into bite-sized chunks if not pre-cut.
- Optional: light seasoning with salt and pepper enhances flavor, though the soy sauce and brown sugar provide plenty of seasoning on their own.
Step 2: Mix the Sauce
- In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves. This will be your luscious, sticky sauce.
Step 3: Assemble in the Crockpot
- Place chicken chunks into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the pineapple-soy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Gently stir to coat the chicken, but don’t worry if it’s not perfect—the slow cooker does the magic.
Step 4: Slow Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- Check for doneness: chicken should be fork-tender and easily shred with a fork. The sauce should be thickened and sticky.
Step 5: Optional Finishing Touches
- For extra texture, you can transfer chicken to a skillet and simmer sauce on medium heat for 5–10 minutes until it caramelizes slightly.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or green onions for a pop of color and flavor.
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