Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe, a perfect blend of tangy and sweet that makes for a delightful weeknight dinner. This dish features tender pieces of chicken enveloped in a luscious sauce, complemented by colorful vegetables and juicy pineapple. It’s not just quick to prepare—taking only 20 minutes from start to finish—but also versatile enough to accommodate whatever veggies you have on hand. Ideal for family meals or entertaining guests, this homemade version rivals your favorite takeout while ensuring freshness and quality. Elevate your dining experience with an easy recipe that promises satisfaction for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into 2.5 cm cubes
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch
- 50 ml vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 6 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 432 g tin pineapple pieces, drained (reserve the juice)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss the diced chicken with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add sliced onion and bell peppers.
- Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and reserved pineapple juice.
- Stir well to blend all ingredients together.
- Return the fried chicken to the wok with vegetables.
- Pour the sauce over chicken and vegetables; stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Add drained pineapple pieces; cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve your Sweet And Sour Chicken hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg