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Sabrina Hermes

Sweet and Sour Chicken: The Perfect Easy Recipe!

Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delicious and easy recipe featuring crispy chicken pieces coated in a tangy and sweet sauce, served with colorful vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped (red and green)
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured chicken into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Pour the sauce over the sautéed vegetables and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the fried chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Cook for another minute to heat through.
  6. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying it. Coat the chicken in the flour and egg mixture, then place it on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  • Add additional vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra color and nutrition.

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