Sweet & Sour Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken ingredients are simple yet flavorful. You need a few key items to make this dish shine.

Craving a delicious dinner? Try this easy sweet and sour chicken recipe that balances the perfect mix of sweet and tangy flavors! With simple ingredients like chicken, vibrant veggies, and juicy pineapple, you can whip up a family favorite in no time. Discover key tips to achieve the best texture and explore fun variations to make it your own. Ready to impress your loved ones? Click through for the full recipe and start cooking this delightful dish tonight!

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Ingredients

1 lb (450g) boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

1/2 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp grated ginger

1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

Sesame seeds for garnish

Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until evenly coated.

Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces in batches and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and grated ginger. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the cooked vegetables.

Combine: Add the fried chicken and pineapple chunks to the skillet. Stir to coat everything in the sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.

Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch mixed with water and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

Serve: Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove from heat.

Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 4

- Presentation Tips: Serve the Sweet & Sour Chicken in a large bowl or on a platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a pop of color. Pair with steamed jasmine rice or fluffy quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce!