HONEY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN RECIPE

I adapted a dinnertime favorite for my slow cooker because it’s so much easier to do the preparation in advance, then let the chicken cook on its own while I do other things. Your family will love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce

DIRECTIONS

In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches on both sides; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.

Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until meat is tender. Strain cooking liquid, reserving pineapple. Serve pineapple with the chicken.
Freeze option: Cool chicken mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Yield: 8 servings.