My neighbor begged for the secret after smelling these cooking all day. Only 3 ingredients for a dinner that tastes like a tropical getaway.
This slow cooker BBQ pineapple chicken is the perfect example of how just a few ingredients can turn into a flavorful, effortless meal. Tender chicken cooks slowly in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce while juicy pineapple adds the perfect touch of sweetness. Sealing everything into foil packets helps lock in moisture and flavor, creating incredibly juicy chicken with a rich, sticky glaze that tastes like it took far more work than it actually did.
Serve these chicken packets over rice, mashed potatoes, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete dinner. The sweet-and-savory flavors also pair well with coleslaw, corn on the cob, or a crisp green salad. It’s an easy family-friendly recipe that works perfectly for busy weeknights, meal prep, or casual gatherings.
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Pineapple Chicken Packets
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 2 lbs |
| BBQ sauce | 1½ cups |
| Pineapple chunks, drained | 1 can (20 oz) |
Directions
- Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil and shape them into shallow packet “boats.” Place them inside a 5–7 quart slow cooker.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry. If any are very thick, slice them horizontally for more even cooking.
- Place one portion of chicken into each foil packet.
- Spoon BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken, then top with pineapple chunks.
- Seal each foil packet tightly by folding and crimping the edges.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2½–3½ hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Let the packets rest for about 10 minutes before carefully opening.
- Serve hot with the extra sauce spooned over the chicken.
