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This Baked Sweet & Sour Chicken is a simple, crowd-pleasing recipe that brings together sweet pineapple flavor and savory soy sauce for the perfect balance. It’s the kind of meal you can throw together quickly, then let the slow cooker do all the work.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you want something comforting without much effort.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 lb (900g) chicken tenderloin, cut into chunks
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Chicken
Lightly brown the chicken pieces in a pan. This helps lock in flavor and improves texture, but you can skip this step if you’re short on time.
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Step 2: Make the Sauce
In a bowl, mix together:
- Pineapple juice
- Brown sugar
- Soy sauce
Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 3: Combine Everything
Add the browned chicken into the slow cooker.
Pour the sauce over the top and stir well so all the chicken is coated.
Step 4: Slow Cook
- LOW: 6–8 hours
or - HIGH: 3–4 hours
Cook until the chicken is tender and fully infused with the sweet and tangy sauce.
🍚 How to Serve
Serve hot over:
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