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Sweet and Sour Chicken

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Sweet and sour chicken is a flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a culinary delight. Picture succulent chunks of chicken coated in a tangy, glossy sauce made with pineapple and bell peppers, delivering an explosion of taste in every bite. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, creating unforgettable memories around the dining table.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or yellow)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (neutral)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing bell peppers.
  2. Marinate chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, garlic, and half the sugar for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes) and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, combine remaining sugar, rice vinegar, and soy sauce; simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
  5. Add bell peppers and pineapple to the sauce; stir until veggies soften (2-3 minutes).
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well to coat in the sauce; heat through for another 2 minutes.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg