Sweet-Sour Chicken

Name: Sweet-Sour Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 c. cut up chicken, cooked; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1/4 c. cornstarch; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 1 (13 1/2 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve syrup); 1/2 c. vinegar; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 medium green pepper, diced; 1/4 c. water; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 tsp. soy sauce; 1 (16 oz.) can small carrots; 3 c. hot cooked rice

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1168 kcal · Meat & Poultry

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Sweet-Sour Chicken – a delicious recipe with chicken, egg, cornstarch, shortening, pineapple, vinegar. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

2 1/2 c. cut up chicken, cooked
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 c. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 (13 1/2 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve syrup)
1/2 c. vinegar
1/2 c. sugar
1 medium green pepper, diced
1/4 c. water
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. soy sauce
1 (16 oz.) can small carrots
3 c. hot cooked rice

1
Toss chicken and egg until coated.
2
Sprinkle 1/4 cup cornstarch over chicken; toss.
3
Melt shortening in medium skillet. Add chicken; heat until brown.
4
Remove from skillet and set aside.

1168

kcal

Calories

Fat

200

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 c. cut up chicken, cooked, 1 egg, slightly beaten, 1/4 c. cornstarch, 2 Tbsp. shortening, and more.

Yes, Sweet-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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1168 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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