Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
This Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delicious homemade version of a classic takeout dish. With crispy chicken and a tangy sauce, it's a guaranteed hit! Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup bell pepper chopped, any color
- 1 cup pineapple chunks canned, drained
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch for sauce thickening
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are fully coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped bell peppers and pineapple chunks. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, water, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Add the mixture to the skillet.
- Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes until thickened, then add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
You can add more vegetables like onions or snap peas if desired. Adjust the sugar in the sauce according to your taste.