Sweet and Sour Pepper-Cherry Chicken Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Pepper-Cherry Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, strips or 1 lb chicken breast tenders; ½ teaspoon onion powder, to taste; salt; 1 egg, beaten; 5 tablespoons cornstarch; ½ teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 (16 ounce) canpitted dark sweet cherries, liquid reserved; ¼ cup water; ⅓ cup sugar; ½ cup white vinegar; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish) (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken breasts, strips or 1 lb chicken breast tenders
½ teaspoon onion powder, to taste
salt
1 egg, beaten
5 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (16 ounce) canpitted dark sweet cherries, liquid reserved
¼ cup water
⅓ cup sugar
½ cup white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 green onions, sliced (for garnish) (optional)

1
Combine cornstarch, onion powder, black pepper and allspice in a plastic zipper bag.
2
Dip chicken strips in beaten egg, then shake in bag with cornstarch, to coat.
3
Pan-fry in a large skillet until fully cooked and golden, about 10 minutes, turning once.
4
Combine syrup from cherries, water, sugar, white vinegar and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to boil.
5
Whisk 1 tbsp.
6
cornstarch with a little water to dissolve it evenly (this step is VERY important), then add to syrup mixture.
7
Simmer together, whisking constantly, until mixture thickens, then stir in cherries until heated through.
8
Pour sauce over chicken strips and garnish with green onions.

485

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken breasts, strips or 1 lb chicken breast tenders, ½ teaspoon onion powder, to taste, salt, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Pepper-Cherry 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 Pepper-Cherry Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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