Description
Indulge in this Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe, a delightful dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! Perfect for those busy weeknights, this homemade version is packed with a tangy sauce and tender chicken that will satisfy your cravings and leave takeout behind. With its harmonious balance of sweet and tangy flavors, itβs a guaranteed hit for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar (packed)
- 3 cloves garlic (pressed or finely minced)
- 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces; boneless skinless chicken thighs may be substituted)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if necessary)
- 2 green onions (sliced into thin rounds)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, sesame oil, light brown sugar, and minced garlic until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix cornstarch with salt and pepper. Coat the chicken pieces evenly with this mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5β7 minutes).
- Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring well to coat evenly. Simmer for an additional 2β3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and serve hot over rice or with your choice of vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added crunch, serve with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. This dish can be made ahead of time and stored for quick reheating.