Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large green pepper; 1 medium carrot; 1 clove garlic; 1 (8 oz.) can pineapple chunks; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/3 c. honey; 1/3 c. red wine vinegar; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 1/2 lb. chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 beaten egg; 1/4 c. water; 1/4 c. cornstarch; 1/4 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; cooking oil

Servings: persons

1 large green pepper
1 medium carrot
1 clove garlic
1 (8 oz.) can pineapple chunks
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/3 c. honey
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 1/2 lb. chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 beaten egg
1/4 c. water
1/4 c. cornstarch
1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
cooking oil

1
Cut green pepper into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside.
2
Thinly slice carrot; set aside.
3
Mince garlic; set aside.
4
Drain pineapple, reserving juice.
5
Add enough water to juice to make 1 cup.
6
Stir liquid into 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
7
Stir in honey, red wine vinegar and soy sauce; set aside.
8
For batter, in a mixing bowl, combine egg and water.
9
Add cornstarch, flour and salt; beat until smooth.
10
Dip chicken cubes in batter and deep fry in hot oil until golden.
11
Drain and keep chicken warm.
12
Preheat a wok or large skillet.
13
Add 2 tablespoons oil and stir-fry garlic 30 seconds.
14
Add green pepper and carrot; stir-fry 3 to 4 minutes. Stir pineapple juice mixture into vegetables.
15
Cook until thick and bubbly.
16
Add chicken and pineapple chunks; heat thoroughly. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

553

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large green pepper, 1 medium carrot, 1 clove garlic, 1 (8 oz.) can pineapple chunks, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Chicken 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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Sweet And Sour Chicken

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