Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe, a tropical twist to your dinner table. Perfectly balanced with the sweetness of pineapple and the tanginess of vinegar, this dish promises a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds.
Recipe Category: Chicken 🍗
Keywords: Pineapple 🍍, Poultry 🐔, Tropical Fruits 🏝️, Fruit 🍓, Meat 🥩, Healthy 🥗, < 60 Mins ⏲️, Beginner Cook 👩🍳, Stove Top 🔥, Easy 🌟
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 395.4
- Fat Content: 9.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 110.3mg
- Sodium Content: 159.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 30.4g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 23.4g
- Protein Content: 45.6g
Ingredients:
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced
- 2 green bell peppers, sliced
- 2 onions, sliced
- 1 can pineapple chunks
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, light brown sugar, cider vinegar, and chicken stock. Set aside. |
| 2 | Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken until it’s no longer pink and begins to brown. Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate or bowl. |
| 3 | In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until they start to soften. |
| 4 | Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional minute. |
| 5 | Pour the pineapple juice mixture into the skillet with the vegetables. Allow the sauce to simmer until it has reduced by about one-third. |
| 6 | In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. |
| 7 | Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, making sure it’s coated evenly with the sweet and sour sauce. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring it’s heated through. |
Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor and serve this delicious Sweet and Sour Chicken over a bed of steamed rice or noodles. 🍚🥢 This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or as a crowd-pleasing option for your next dinner party. Enjoy the tropical vibes and savory-sweet goodness with every bite!
