For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of sesame oil to the sauce. Adjust the amount of brown sugar to suit your preferred level of sweetness. If you like a thicker sauce, you can add an extra tablespoon of cornstarch. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken Thighs
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME4 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME4 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS151
Transform ordinary chicken thighs into a vibrant, family-friendly feast with this slow-cooker marvel. Skip the takeout and come home to the enticing aroma of sweet and sour deliciousness, ready to be served over a bed of fluffy rice.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate32 g
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Cholesterol69 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein20 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium428 mg
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Sugar25 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, garlic powder, and ground ginger. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Toss the cubed chicken thighs in the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated, ensuring each piece is lightly dusted. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Add the coated chicken to the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. This should take approximately 3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned chicken to a plate and set aside. (Cook time: 6-8 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Drain the juice from the can of pineapple chunks into a measuring cup. You should have about 3/4 to 1 cup of juice. Set aside 1/4 cup of the juice, and pour the rest into the slow cooker. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View In the slow cooker, mix together the reserved pineapple juice, chicken stock, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce until well combined. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Add the browned chicken to the slow cooker, stirring to coat each piece in the sweet and sour sauce. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Cover and cook on Low for 3 hours and 30 minutes. (Cook time: 3 hours 30 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved 1/4 cup of pineapple juice with the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Stir the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker. Increase the heat to High. (Prep time: 1 minute)
11 Step
Recipe View Add the pineapple chunks and chopped red bell pepper to the slow cooker. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
12 Step
Recipe View Cook on High until the sauce is bubbly and thickened, and the bell pepper is crisp-tender. This should take about 30 minutes. (Cook time: 30 minutes)
13 Step
Recipe View Garnish with chopped green onion before serving. Serve hot over rice for a complete meal. (Prep time: 1 minute)
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Morgan Lehner
Jan 15, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! I love how easy it is to throw everything in the slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal.
Neoma Dooley
Aug 25, 2024I added a little bit of ginger to the sauce for an extra zing, and it was amazing!
Roman Goodwin
Jul 5, 2024The chicken was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Ruthie Lockman
Jun 29, 2024My family absolutely loves this sweet and sour chicken. It's even better than takeout!
Alejandrin Medhurst
Jan 22, 2024I found the sauce a bit too sweet for my taste, so I reduced the amount of brown sugar. It was perfect!