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Sweet and Sour Chicken: A Delicious Recipe to Try!

A delicious recipe for Sweet and Sour Chicken that combines crispy chicken with a tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup sugar for sauce
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar for sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for sauce
  • 1/4 cup water for sauce
  • 1 bell pepper chopped (any color)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
  • 1/2 onion chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, then dip them in the beaten egg.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate saucepan, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped bell pepper, pineapple chunks, and onion to the skillet with the chicken. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying. Preheat the oven to 400°F, place the coated chicken on a baking sheet, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition and color.

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