Sweet & Sour Chicken

Experience the tangy and savory harmony of homemade Sweet & Sour Chicken, a classic Chinese-American dish that effortlessly combines crispy fried chicken with vibrant vegetables in a luscious sweet and sour sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy family feast, this dish promises to be both colorful and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

🥩 500g Chicken Breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
🌶️ 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
🌶️ 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
🌶️ 1 Yellow Bell Pepper, chopped
🧅 1 Onion, sliced
🍍 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
🧂 Seasoning (salt and pepper to taste)
🌽 2 tablespoons Corn Starch
🥚 1 Egg, beaten
🌾 1/2 cup Flour
🟤 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
🌐 1/4 cup Vinegar
🌿 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
🍅 1/4 cup Ketchup
🍍 1/4 cup Pineapple Juice
🍶 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
🫒 Oil for frying and sautéing

Instructions

1- Marinate and Coat Chicken:

• Toss the chicken pieces with seasoning, 2 tablespoons of corn starch, and the beaten egg to coat thoroughly.
• Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.

2- Prepare Breading:

• Combine the flour and a pinch of salt and pepper in a separate bowl.
• Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

3- Fry Chicken:

• Heat enough oil in a large pot over medium-high heat to deep fry the chicken pieces.
• Once hot, add the chicken in batches, frying until they're golden brown and crispy.
• Remove the chicken from oil and drain on paper towels.

4- Sauté Vegetables:

• In a separate pan, heat a couple of tablespoons of oil.
• Sauté the bell peppers, onion, and pineapple chunks over medium heat until they're tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

5- Make Sauce:

• Whisk together brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of corn starch, vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, pineapple juice, and chicken broth in a bowl.

6- Combine & Thicken Sauce:

• Pour the sauce mixture over the sautéed vegetables, bringing it to a simmer.
• Allow it to cook until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally to prevent lumps.

7- Add Chicken:

• Add the fried chicken to the pan, stirring to coat it evenly in the sauce.

8- Serve:

• Serve the sweet and sour chicken over a bed of cooked white rice.
• Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds for extra flair.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 450
Proteins: 35g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Equipment: Cutting board, deep frying pot, sauté pan, mixing bowls

Cooking Tips

• Double coating the chicken ensures extra crispiness.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid soggy chicken.

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Sweet & Sour Chicken