Description
Sweet and sour chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances tangy and sweet notes. With tender chicken pieces coated in a glossy sauce, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Bursting with colorful bell peppers and juicy pineapple, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized chunks and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes) and cooked through.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add chopped bell peppers and pineapple to the skillet; pour in the sauce mixture and stir well.
- Cook together for about 5-10 minutes until the vegetables soften slightly.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins like shrimp or tofu. For extra sweetness, add more pineapple.