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: 2 1/2 lb. chicken, washed and patted dry; 3 Tbsp. salad oil; 2 medium green peppers, cut into bite size pieces; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1/2 c. packed brown sugar; 1/2 c. red wine vinegar; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 (15 1/4 to 20 oz.) can pineapple chunks in pineapple juice; 1/2 c. water; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lb. chicken, washed and patted dry
3 Tbsp. salad oil
2 medium green peppers, cut into bite size pieces
1 medium onion, diced
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (15 1/4 to 20 oz.) can pineapple chunks in pineapple juice
1/2 c. water
1 Tbsp. cornstarch

1
In a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, in hot oil, cook chicken pieces until browned on all sides.
2
With slotted spoon, remove pieces to large bowl.
3
In drippings remaining in skillet over medium heat, cook green peppers and onion until tender-crisp, stirring frequently.
4
Return chicken pieces to skillet.
5
Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and salt.
6
Drain juice from pineapple chunks into skillet; reserve chunks.
7
Over high heat, heat to boiling.
8
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender.
9
Stir in pineapple chunks.
10
In cup, stir water and cornstarch until blended.
11
Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into simmering liquid in skillet.
12
Over medium heat, heat to boiling.
13
Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly until mixture is slightly thickened.
14
Makes 5 servings, 500 calories per serving.

738

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lb. chicken, washed and patted dry, 3 Tbsp. salad oil, 2 medium green peppers, cut into bite size pieces, 1 medium onion, diced, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet And Sour Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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