Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chinese Sweet & Sour Chicken, a delightful dish that perfectly balances crispy chicken with tangy sauce and colorful vegetables. This homemade version brings the beloved takeout classic right to your kitchen, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. With a quick prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy a comforting meal that appeals to all ages. Customize it with your favorite vegetables and savor the mouthwatering combination of sweet and savory notes that this dish offers.
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
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; coat with flour and cornstarch mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Whisk together sugar, vinegar, ketchup; pour into skillet and simmer.
- Add cornstarch mixed with water to thicken sauce (1-2 minutes).
- Combine fried chicken and pineapple in the skillet; toss to coat and heat through (2 minutes).
- Serve immediately garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 374
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg