Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a deliciously vibrant dish that harmonizes sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this homemade version can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it an excellent alternative to takeout. With tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and juicy pineapple enveloped in a flavorful sauce, it’s sure to delight your family and impress guests. Customize the ingredients to suit your tastes and enjoy a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 pieces)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red and green), diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and pineapple; cook until veggies are tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, and water; pour over chicken.
- Cook until sauce thickens (about 3 minutes).
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg