Description
Sweet and Sour Chicken is a beloved dish that effortlessly blends the tangy flavors of a vibrant sauce with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and juicy pineapple. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering a delightful taste sensation that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; chop bell peppers and onion.
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce and brown sugar for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken until golden brown.
- Add chopped vegetables and pineapple; stir-fry for about five minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine rice vinegar, remaining brown sugar, and water; pour over the chicken mixture.
- Simmer for an additional three minutes until slightly thickened; serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to add additional vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra crunch.
For a spicier kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like snap peas or carrots for extra crunch. For added heat, consider including crushed red pepper flakes in the sauce.