Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful fusion of tangy and sweet flavors that transports your taste buds straight to your favorite takeout spot. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy cornstarch layer, enveloped in a vibrant sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, and fresh ginger. Toss in colorful bell peppers and juicy pineapple for an added crunch and sweetness. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious, making it a go-to meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch
- 6 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 432 g canned pineapple pieces, drained
Instructions
- Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; coat lightly in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Fry the coated chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes), then set aside.
- In the same pan, stir-fry sliced onion and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, grated ginger, garlic, and reserved pineapple juice.
- Return chicken to the pan with pineapple; pour in the sauce and stir until well coated.
- Simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor depth, marinate chicken in soy sauce and ginger for at least 30 minutes before cooking. For a more colorful presentation, incorporate additional vibrant vegetables like snap peas or carrots.