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Sweet & Sour Chicken

Sweet & Sour Chicken

Crispy chicken pieces tossed in a glossy sweet and sour sauce with colorful bell peppers, juicy pineapple, and tender onions, delivering the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors in every bite.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup mixed red and green bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Coat the chicken pieces evenly with cornstarch and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
  3. Fry the chicken in batches until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add onion and bell peppers and sauté briefly until slightly tender.
  5. Add pineapple chunks and stir for another minute.
  6. Mix in ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar, stirring until the sauce begins to thicken.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan and toss until fully coated in the sauce.
  8. Remove from heat once everything is evenly glazed and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, fry the chicken in small batches.
  • Taste the sauce before adding the chicken and adjust sweetness or tang if needed.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian Inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 22 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

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