Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful dish that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables and juicy pineapple. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, you can enjoy the taste of your favorite takeout right at home without the added preservatives. Itβs customizable, allowing you to swap in your preferred veggies, and is guaranteed to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch
- 50 ml vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped)
- 6 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (grated)
- 432 g tin pineapple pieces (drained)
Instructions
- Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; coat with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat; fry chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken; stir-fry onion and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes.
- Whisk together ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and reserved pineapple juice.
- Return chicken to the pan; add vegetables and sauce mixture with pineapple; cook until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sugar or vinegar in the sauce to suit your taste. Serve immediately for optimal texture.