This Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe is a simple and delicious meal that combines tender chicken with a tangy sauce. Perfect for busy days, this recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together.
Using a Crockpot makes this dish incredibly easy to prepare, requiring minimal effort and time. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Easy Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken
This dish features chicken pieces cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce made from pineapple, bell peppers, and soy sauce. The recipe takes about 6 hours on low heat and serves 4 to 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop the vegetables.
- Combine Ingredients: In the Crockpot, add the chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, onion, soy sauce, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then stir it into the Crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the sweet and sour chicken over rice or noodles.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 to 6 servings
- Calories: 300kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
