Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

My family asks for Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe on repeat, mostly because boneless, skinless chicken, pineapple chunks (canned, and bell pepper, chopped are all it really takes to get there. crockpot sweet and sour chicken keeps the hands-on time short and the payoff solid.

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

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop the vegetables.
2. Combine Ingredients: In the Crockpot, add the chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, onion, soy sauce, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. Stir to combine.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
4. 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.
5. 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

This one has earned a regular spot in my rotation because it is easy to scale up for a crowd. Let me know in the comments if you put your own spin on it.