Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe. Featuring succulent chicken pieces coated in a vibrant sauce, this dish transforms any meal into a festive occasion. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s quick to prepare, visually appealing, and customizable with your favorite veggies. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a culinary experience that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced thinly; any color)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for quick cooking.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and vinegar. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in bell peppers and pineapple chunks; sauté until veggies are slightly softened (3-4 minutes).
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Pour into the skillet along with any remaining marinade; stir until sauce thickens and glistens.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg