Description
Experience a tropical twist on comfort food with this Irresistible Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili. Tender chicken simmers in a rich, spicy sauce infused with tangy pineapple and aromatic spices, creating an unforgettable flavor explosion. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish is not just a meal; it’s a culinary adventure that warms the heart and impresses the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (20 oz) can of pineapple chunks in juice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Dice onion and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic cloves.
- Layer chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add diced onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, black beans, and pineapple chunks with juice.
- Sprinkle chili powder and cumin over the top.
- Pour low-sodium chicken broth over all ingredients to ensure they are slightly submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender enough to shred.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in fresh lime juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg