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Aloha Chicken with pineapple and honey

Chicken with pineapple and honey Crockpot or Baked A Pinch of Joy

This recipe started out as a crockpot recipe.  It was definitely good!  However, I use my crockpot most frequently when I am going to be tied up most of the day.  You do not want to overcook this one. So I converted it to an oven baked chicken.  I know, I know.  . . .   That is backwards to what most cooks do.  But what can I say?  It’s really good either way, baked makes a beautiful presentation for guests (and fits my schedule), crockpot is convenient for family (and might fit your schedule).  Besides, polite persons don’t say anything with their mouth full.  So. . . . . you choose which way you want to cook it and we’ll both be happy campers!  With full tummies.

I’ve increased the pineapple for this recipe because we happen to really like pineapple.  It’s not something we eat a lot, so when I do use it I tend to make a statement!  I use a large can (20 ounces) and partially drain it. I don’t measure, just eyeball it but if you prefer a more formal approach you’ll want at least 1/3 cup of pineapple juice.  If you want, you can decrease the pineapple to one 8 ounce can but don’t drain it.  I’ve also used pineapple tidbits because that’s what I had on hand – works too.  You get the flavor but the tidbits are more likely to be part of the sauce rather than covering the chicken.   Serve with colorful vegetables and plenty of brown rice to soak up the sauce.

I hope you get the idea as you peruse this blog that food is not something that requires a rigid approach but rather food fits into the flow of the rest of our lives. Take time to fuss when you have time.  Don’t apologize if you find you are fitting a meal into a hectic day.  Do the best you can.   Use what you have on hand.  Don’t be afraid to experiment.  Change things so they fit your family.  If things don’t work out the way you thought it would, laugh about it.  There is always another meal.  Food should bring a pinch of joy into our day!

Aloha Chicken with pineapple and honey
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Cook time
50 mins
Total time
55 mins
 
Tender chicken with pineapple for a delicious island flair.
Author: Charlene @ A Pinch of Joy
Recipe type: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or breast tenders, thawed
  • 1 20 ounce can crushed pineapple, partially drained
  • 1 Tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
Instructions
Baked directions
  1. Turn oven on to 350 degrees.
  2. Spray 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray
  3. If using whole chicken breast cut in 2 inch strips for even baking.
  4. Place chicken in pan and add undrained pineapple.
  5. Melt butter in microwave.
  6. Mix melted butter, honey, lemon juice, mustard and soy sauce, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken and pineapple.
  7. Sprinkle brown sugar over top of chicken and sauce.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 20-30 minutes until chicken is done and pineapple is lightly browned.
  9. Serves 8
Crockpot directions
  1. Spray slow cooker or line with cooking bag.
  2. Add chicken and undrained pineapple.
  3. Melt butter in microwave.
  4. Mix melted butter, honey, lemon juice, mustard and soy sauce, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken and pineapple in slow cooker.
  5. Spread brown sugar over top of chicken and sauce.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  7. Serves 8
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 10 ounce Calories: 507 Carbohydrates: 64 g Protein: 40 g
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  1. Kelli says

    at 12:00 pm

    This looks so delish! Thank you for sharing this in Dinner Time linky this week! I’m featuring you on my Facebook page today!

    Thanks again! Kelli

  2. Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says

    at 11:21 am

    This look so good! I think my family would love it:) Thanks for sharing!!

  3. Amanda says

    at 6:59 am

    This looks so yummy! I think I will make it tonight!

  4. Lizy says

    at 2:09 pm

    Totally in love with everything pineapple! Love this chicken. Baking it makes it even better. Thank you for posting! Pinning

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