Description
Sweet and sour chicken is a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and juicy pineapple in a glossy sauce that balances tangy and sweet flavors perfectly. This recipe is not just about the taste; it’s about creating memorable moments with family and friends around the dinner table. Easy to prepare and versatile, this delightful meal will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken and sauté garlic and bell peppers for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cider vinegar, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the sauce into the pan with vegetables, stirring until thickened. Add back the chicken and pineapple chunks; simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg