Description
Sweet and sour chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a glossy sauce that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Enhanced by vibrant veggies and succulent pineapple, this recipe transforms any mealtime into a joyful celebration of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat in cornstarch until fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add coated chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Do not overcrowd the pan for optimal crispiness.
- Stir in bell peppers and onion; sauté until slightly softened (3-4 minutes).
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and pineapple juice in a bowl. Pour into the skillet, mixing well.
- Add pineapple chunks and stir for an additional minute or two to heat through.
- Serve hot over fluffy white rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg