Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
This Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken contains 3g protein and 140 calories per serving across 5 portions. Low protein content means use this as a vegetable-forward side or carb complement to higher-protein dishes. Quick prep and slow cooking make it a no-effort addition to carb-heavy training-day meals.
Ingredients
- •Pineapple(567g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(60g)
- •Brown sugar(30g)
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(5g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Cornstarch(23g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1Separate the juice from the pineapple chunks. You should have approximately 3/4 cup juice. The juice will go into the sauce and the pineapple chunks will be added later. Refrigerate the pineapple chunks until they're needed.
- 2To make the pineapple teriyaki sauce, stir together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. If you have a little less than 3/4 cup pineapple juice, you can add a bit of water to bring it up to 3/4 cup.
- 3Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the pineapple teriyaki sauce over top. Close the slow cooker and cook on high for four hours or low for eight hours. Flip the chicken 3/4 of the way through cooking to make sure all the meat is exposed to the marinade.
- 4After cooking, carefully lift the chicken out of the slow cooker (it will be fall-apart tender). In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch with 2 Tbsp water, then whisk it into the remaining liquid in the slow cooker. Replace the lid and let it simmer for 5 minutes on high, or until thickened.
- 5Once the sauce is thickened, add the pineapple chunks and stir to combine. Finally, add the cooked chicken back to the pot and coat with sauce. Sprinkle sliced green onions over top, and serve over a bed of rice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
140
calories
3g
protein
0g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 34g
- Saturated fat
- 0.0g
- Sodium
- 439 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.2g
5 servings per batch · ~161g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken have per serving?
This recipe contains only 3g protein per serving with 140 calories, 0g fat, and 34g carbs. This is a carb-focused side or sauce rather than a protein-primary dish.
How long does Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep time yields 5 servings in one batch, making it efficient for meal prepping if you're using it as a carb component alongside a separate protein source. Active cooking is minimal thanks to the slow cooker.
Is Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken good for muscle gain?
With only 3g protein per serving, this recipe works best as a carb and flavor component paired with a high-protein base rather than as a standalone muscle-building meal. Pair it with grilled chicken breast or another lean protein to hit muscle gain macros.
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