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Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

A quick and easy dish that brings vibrant flavors from sweet pineapple and tangy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast – Boneless and skinless
  • ⅓ cup corn starch
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup onions, sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup pineapple pieces

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken into approximately 1-inch pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • In a flat plate or bowl, mix together the flour, corn starch, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and then add the chicken pieces to this mixture, ensuring they are well coated before covering each piece with the flour mix.

Cooking the Chicken

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the surface.
  • Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces without overcrowding the pan; cook them in batches if needed.
  • Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, flipping each piece as necessary. Set the cooked chicken aside when done.

Cooking the Vegetables

  • Remove any burnt flour residue from the skillet and add the sliced bell peppers and onions.
  • Stir-fry for about one minute, just until they slightly soften, and then promptly remove them from the pan.

Making the Sauce

  • In the same skillet, combine all sauce ingredients: ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
  • Stir everything together and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer so the sauce thickens slightly.

Combining the Dish

  • Return the cooked chicken, bell peppers, onions, and pineapple pieces to the skillet.
  • Toss everything together in the sauce until well coated.
  • Remove the skillet from heat once combined.
  • Serve your sweet and sour chicken over steamed rice and enjoy this delicious meal with family and friends!

Notes

  • For extra crispy chicken, double-coat the pieces.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
Keyword Sweet and Sour Chicken
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