Chicken With Sweet And Sour Fig Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Sweet And Sour Fig Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can figs in syrup; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 1 red onion, diced; 1 yellow bell pepper, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded 1/2 inch thick; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1
Remove figs from syrup; cut each fig into quarters. Reserve 1/4 cup of syrup.
2
Heat water and sugar in a sauce pan over medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved and water begins to simmer. Reduce heat to medium; add white vinegar, red onions, yellow peppers, figs, and syrup. Return to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken breasts, one at a time, until browned and the meat is no longer pink inside, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from pan to a paper towel-lined plate.
4
Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Add to fig sauce, stirring constantly until sauce is thickened.
5
Serve chicken breasts topped with the fig sauce.

380

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can figs in syrup, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Sweet And Sour Fig Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken With Sweet And Sour Fig Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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