Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken
A delightful blend of flavors with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a tangy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Stir until well combined and set aside.
- Heat the oil: In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Combine with pineapple: Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet along with the prepared sauce mixture. Stir everything together.
- Thicken the sauce: Allow the mixture to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve your sweet and sour chicken over cooked rice or quinoa for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired before serving.
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