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Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet and Sour Chicken Bliss for Family Dinner Nights

This Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful family favorite with balanced flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Adjust quantity based on serving size
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced for flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Mix colors for presentation
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or canned
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Essential for tangy flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch To thicken the sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust to preference
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup For richness
  • 1/2 cup Water Use to adjust sauce consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil High smoke point oil recommended

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Irresistible Sweet and Sour Chicken
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, then toss in minced garlic and chopped bell peppers. Sauté for about 3 minutes until peppers are tender and garlic is fragrant.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch mixed with water in a bowl. Pour into the skillet with sautéed veggies.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir well over medium heat for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in pineapple chunks and warm for an additional 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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