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Sweet and Sour Chicken


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: gluten-free

Description

This Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe features crispy chicken with a tangy sauce and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a quick dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper; coat with flour and cornstarch mixture.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender (3-4 minutes).
  4. Whisk together sugar, vinegar, ketchup; pour into skillet and simmer.
  5. Add cornstarch mixed with water to thicken sauce (1-2 minutes).
  6. Combine fried chicken and pineapple in the skillet; toss to coat and heat through (2 minutes).
  7. Serve immediately garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • This dish can be served over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the sugar and vinegar to taste for desired sweetness or tanginess.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: main course
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg