Slow-Cooker Chicken and Vegetables with Pineapple

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Slow-Cooker Chicken and Vegetables with Pineapple
345 min.
6
494kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and hassle-free meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Chicken and Vegetables with Pineapple! This delightful dish combines tender, boneless chicken thighs with a medley of vibrant vegetables and sweet pineapple, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, set it, and let the magic happen! The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it simmers in a savory blend of soy sauce and sweet-and-sour sauce, while the carrots and water chestnuts add a satisfying crunch.

What truly sets this dish apart is the addition of pineapple chunks, which bring a refreshing sweetness that perfectly balances the savory elements. Serve it over fluffy, cooked long-grain white rice, and you have a complete meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. With a total cooking time of just over five hours, you can set it and forget it, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner.

Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this delightful Slow-Cooker Chicken and Vegetables with Pineapple. It's a meal that promises to bring smiles and satisfaction to everyone!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • 0.8 cup carrots sliced
  • oz water chestnuts drained sliced canned
  • oz pineapple chunks unsweetened drained canned
  • cups rice long-grain white uncooked
  • cups water 
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce 
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • teaspoon ginger grated
  • oz snow peas fresh
  •  spring onion cut into 1-inch pieces, if desired

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine chicken and soy sauce; mix to coat evenly.
  2. Add carrots, water chestnuts and reserved pineapple juice. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover; cook on low setting for 4 to 5 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, cook rice in water as directed on package.
  5. Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine sweet-and-sour sauce, cornstarch and gingerroot; stir until well blended. Stir into chicken mixture.
  6. Add pea pods, onions and pineapple chunks; stir gently to mix. Increase heat setting to high; cover and cook an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until pea pods are crisp-tender.
  7. Serve chicken mixture over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories494kcal
Protein20.73%
Fat8.36%
Carbs70.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.34
Glycemic Load
30.33
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.060434963392%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.83kcal
24.69%
Fat:4.48g
6.9%
Saturated Fat:1.12g
6.98%
Carbohydrates:85.54g
28.51%
Net Carbohydrates:81.37g
29.59%
Sugar:23.23g
25.82%
Cholesterol:89.77mg
29.92%
Sodium:796.38mg
34.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25g
50%
Vitamin A:3082.52IU
61.65%
Selenium:31.55µg
45.08%
Manganese:0.88mg
43.98%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.37%
Vitamin B3:7.18mg
35.91%
Phosphorus:292.46mg
29.25%
Vitamin C:23.41mg
28.37%
Vitamin K:24.8µg
23.62%
Vitamin B5:2.13mg
21.27%
Copper:0.36mg
17.85%
Zinc:2.55mg
17.01%
Fiber:4.17g
16.68%
Potassium:557.44mg
15.93%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.63%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.55%
Iron:2.74mg
15.24%
Magnesium:59.91mg
14.98%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.08%
Folate:33.91µg
8.48%
Calcium:61.88mg
6.19%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.27%