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Sweet N Sour Chicken

A delightful blend of flavors and textures, this Sweet N Sour Chicken is quick to whip up, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped (use a mix of colors)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for sauce thickening
  • 1/4 cup water

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the coating mixture until fully covered.
  4. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. While the chicken is frying, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, cornstarch, and water in a separate bowl.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
  8. In the same skillet, stir-fry the bell peppers and pineapple for a few minutes before adding the sauce.
  9. Add the fried chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture, alongside steamed jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables.