Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a delightful fusion of tangy and sweet flavors, featuring tender chicken coated in a glossy sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, promising an explosion of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, Sweet and Sour Chicken transforms any meal into a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; slice bell peppers and onion.
- Cook the chicken: Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the sauce over the chicken; add bell peppers and pineapple. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Serve: Enjoy hot with steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg