Description
Experience a taste sensation with our Sweet and Sour Chicken! This dish features tender chicken coated in a vibrant sauce that perfectly balances the tangy sweetness of pineapple with savory soy sauce. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this Sweet and Sour Chicken is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), sliced
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice bell peppers into strips and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add minced garlic and bell peppers; stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and mix cornstarch with water before adding to thicken the sauce.
- Incorporate pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over fluffy rice or noodles for a satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize your veggies by swapping bell peppers for snap peas or adding broccoli. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop to maintain texture.